My Favorite Chinese Invention!
You will read one of the following links describing a variety of Chinese inventions!
http://afe.easia.columbia.edu/song/readings/inventions_ques.htm
http://listverse.com/2009/04/18/10-great-ancient-chinese-inventions/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Chinese_inventions
You will now explain two things: 1) Which invention(s) was most influential in advancing civilization and WHY and 2) Which invention(s) is your favorite and why! So, in order to get CREDIT you must:
2) Explain which invention is your favorite and why!
3) Make sure that you sign off using your first name and first initial of your last name ONLY!
4) Make sure that NO ONE ELSE has written about your topics already! (Everyone has to write about a different topic to get the points!)Follow these directions to get the complete points:
A. Go to the comment section of this post.
B. Use proper grammar, spelling, etc.
C. Make sure that it is class appropriate--keep it clean!
D. Make sure you go through the whole word verification process(typing the misshapen word).
E. If your comment/choice does not get posted in a timely fashion, or gets posted and then disappears, see me in class ASAP so we can figure out what went wrong!
DUE: Friday 11/9/12!
72 comments:
I believe that paper is the most important Chinese invention because until the internet came into being we would still be etching in letter onto stone or pupirus which i don't fine to be an appealing prospect. Also i do not believe there is a sufficient supply of pupirus to cope with 7 billion people writing. - Clint R.
I think that the seed drill was the most important ancient Chinese invention.I believe this because the seed drill would provide more crops for the civilization, which would make them more prosperous and would help them advance their civilization. Deep drilling is my favorite invention because if we didn't have deep drilling we wouldn't be able to have cars because cars need fossil fuels that come from the earth deep in the ground. -Tori B.
I think that gunpowder was the most important ancient Chinese invention. The reason why i think this is because gunpowder to this day is used very much and not only for war but also for hunting. It provided a feeling of protection. Also it is used to kill animals for a source of food. In addition to that it may have been also used as a source of internment. Without gunpowder the United Stated would not have been able to properly defend its self against other surrounding enemies. Gunpowder is the most important.-Brooke R.
I believe that the compass was the most important Chinese invention.Without the compass many people throughout the past would have gotten lost. Without the compass there would be no GPS or possibly even the directions of north, east, west or south! I still remember when I was young and in girl scouts. When we went on a camping trip we used our compass to help us find our camping spot. Without a compass who knows who would have gotten lost! Many historical figures we know today have used a compass and without it who knows how much our life could have changed!
~Caroline L.
I think that printing is the most influential Chinese invention because it allowed books to be made and printed faster and easier. It allowed written language to be produced, which is one of the characteristics of civilization. It also allowed for records to be made and copied faster. My favorite invention is chopsticks because I enjoy using them, and I like that their method of eating differs from the traditional fork and spoon.
I believe that the horse harness was the most important Chinese invention because it helped to keep the horse under control and get more things accomplished. My favorite is probably the printing press because books are a great resource and great to read.
-Erin O.
I think toilet paper was the most important chinese invention because without it where would we be everyone would have bad hygeine. Also i cant think of a day where i havent used toilet paper and most people would say the same. My favorite invention would have to be paper because also i use it everyday and i cant stand the thought of having to carve my homework so paper is very important to me. -Michelle.k
I think that row plowing was the most important invention of the chines people. I liked this one because it andvanced the crop intake of the people. Ot created a more organised way of growing plants and lead to other inventions in harvesting plants. It was proven to reduce the affect of harsh winds on plants when crops were planted in rows. Row planting was a very efficient invention of the chinese. _N bethers
I believe paper was the greatest invention for the Chinese for a few good reasons. one is i dont think gunpowder was a good invention because it lead to making weapons and i think we can solve our problems without fighting. people we already finding their way before compasses. And a printing ability needs paper to work. So without the paper that is lost. And paper leads to free expression of art, poetry, and writing. Also they now can document and send letters to everyone. Or document about events. Luke H.
I think that the most influential invention made by the Chinese was the iron plow. The reason that I think this is, is because with out the plow their farming and agriculture would have never grew as much as it did. This is also my favorite invention because I have always thought farming was cool in a way.
-Mitch K.
I think porcelain is the most influential invention in Ancient China because it is what the Chinese built all of thier beautiful vases out of, and it is also a material still used for art and for other uses today. My favorite Ancient Chinese invention is moveable type printing because printing is what allowed books and articles to be mass produced,which applies to me because I love to read and without printing I couldn't read as many books -Katie A.
I think that paper money was the most influential invention by the Chinese so they could stabilize their economy and get rid of bartering. Currency was a much better way to understand prices and you can use it to buy whatever you want. My favorite invention would be the fork because I would starve to death if I had to use chopsticks my entire life.
-Jeff Y.
I believe the horse harness was the most influential invention by the Chinese. It helped with the output of agriculture, and was quicker in getting jobs done. It horse harness is my favorite invention because it helped to advance civilization a lot over time.
-Brittany K.
I believe that the fork is the one of the most important Chinese invention. I think this because without it, we would have great difficulty eating certain types of foods. My favorite invention made by the Chinese would have to be the Bristle toothbrush. I like this invention so much because I love my teeth! It might sound weird, but I do. I probably brush them at least 3 times a day and if then never created the toothbrush, I don’t know what I would do!
I believe that the fork is the one of the most important Chinese invention. I think this because without it, we would have great difficulty eating certain types of foods! It would also greatly affect how we do things today, that regard food. My favorite invention made by the Chinese would have to be the Bristle toothbrush. I like this invention so much because I love my teeth! It might sound weird, but I do. I probably brush them at least 3 times a day and if then never created the toothbrush, I don’t know what I would do!- Natalie H
I believe that the hand grenade is the most important Chinese invention because it is still used in war today and it must have helped the Chinese have an edge over their enemies. My favorite invention is the bristled toothbrush because I feel that without it a lot of people would have gross, maybe even rotting teeth. It helps with hygene quite a bit!
- Seerat D.
I believe Alchemy is the most important Chinese invention. This was the founding for all other Alchemy, which is a very important. Alchemy has helped greatly all over the world. It has helped to develop medicines and other important chemicals. These are important advancements in any civilization. Without Alchemy we may not have some of the important medicines we do now.
I think acupunture was the most influential Chinese invention because it was a new way of relieving pain by inserting needles into certain parts of the body for therapeutic purposes. It is also still used today. My favorite invention, however, would have to be chopsticks because they're really fun to use when eating. Although difficult, I still attempt to eat with them instead of a fork while at Chinese restaurants.
-Caroline K.
I believe the most important Chinese inventio is the ship's rudder because it helped the sail much better. Also, western civilizzations did not have this until some 1700 years later. THis allowed ships to travel faster and it also was eaiser to control the ship at higher speeds. My favorite Chinese invention is the animal zodiac. It fascinates me, and I think its really cool how they had the different animals and everything.
Bethany H.
In my opinion printing gave the most influence to Chinese culture and society. In fact, it was so influential that we still use paper and print today, which makes communication easier. My favorite invention would be the compass. The compass was made from lodestone and it attracted iron, allowing you to tell direction. A compass is my favorite because I like to travel.
- Sarah G.
I believe that tea is the most important Chinese invention because people still drink tea today! it is common in many countries all over the world. This is my favorite invention because i like to drink tea!
- Melanie H.
I think the most influential invention in ancient Chinese society was the Seed Drill because without it, row planting, a highly efficient method of growing crops, would not have been possible. Also, this keeps crops from choking each other out because they were growing so close to each other. My favorite invention, however, is the crossbow. Crossbows are such a cool weapon, they are like a bow and arrow on steroids!
Daniel C
I think stone hoes are the most important invention in china because they were used to move small amounts of soil so the chinese can grow there crops. My favorite invention would be the stone hoes because of there destribution to planting the chinese crops and keeping there people fed.
-Candace C.
I believe that the most important ancient Chinese invention was mathematics. I chose this because without math the whole world would be very different without this discovery there wouldn't be any air travel because the formulas and angles for take off and descent wouldn't exist!Many more examples like even driving because you can't calculate stopping distances. Conclusively math was the most important Chinese invention.
Zac C
I believe that the most influential inventions in Chinese civilization were the chopsticks. Chopsticks are still used in China today. They not only made eating easier and less messy, but they also have become a modern Chinese icon. My favorite Chinese invention is the bristle toothbrush because I have great oral hygiene and have never had a cavity. -Jacob N.
I believe that the steerpost rudder for large ships was the most important Chinese invention. I say this because with it, the Chinese people were able to swiftly sail the seven seas with dependable manuvering, opening up numerous opportunities for trade with other civilizations of the world. Moving on, my favorite Chinese invention is gunpowder. With this invention, weaponry advanced to using the first guns, moving the world forward to a stage in warfare that I have much interest in.
The comment posted at 6:31 p.m. on Nov. 7 was from Drew H.
I think one of the most important Chinese inventions (that hasn't been mentioned yet) is the flare, because it would prove especially useful to have a flare positioned at certain intervals along the Great Wall to signal long distances when being invaded. My favorite invention would be the noodle, because well, who doesn't like noodles
I think one of the most important Chinese inventions (that hasn't been mentioned yet) is the flare, because it would prove especially useful to have a flare positioned at certain intervals along the Great Wall to signal long distances when being invaded. My favorite invention would be the noodle, because well, who doesn't like noodles
I believe fireworks was the most important invention, people could buy them much like they can today, also they were used to create more advanced weapons.
-Nate K.
I believe the most important ancient Chinese invention was the creation of cast iron because it was a new and stronger material than bronze. It allowed tools and other inventions to be made out of a stronger material. Quality was key and high performance is essential.
Matthew S.
I think the most influential invention on the advancement of civilization was the idea of row planting. Row planting allowed for crops to grow fast and stronger.It also allowed for better harvesting, planting, and weeding. My favorite invention is well toilet paper. We all use it today and with out it would be kinda hard to go the the bathroom...
--Charlie M.
I believe that one of the most important Chinese inventions would be the 'Seismometer' because it led us to be able to measure earthquakes. By being able to measure them, that put us at a much greater advantage in learning about them. I would have to say that Alchemy would be my favorite invention because it you get to mix and fuse so many substances together. They created many many different things uses it. Not to mention it lead to us studying Chemistry in our time. Who wouldn't want to mix random substances together, who knows it might be explosive.
-Zack R.
I believe that the most influental Chinese invention is gunpowder. It was invented in 1000 A.D. and normally used for firecrackers. It was not used towards weaponry. My favorite Chinese invention was paper. My favorite invention is paper because it is a huge necessity even today.
-Jake S.
I believe the coffin is the most influential Chinese invention. The idea of the coffin has influenced many cultures and is now used worldwide. My favorite invention is the noodle, because pasta is my favorite food!
~Megin B.
I believe tofu is the most important invention because it opened up a new lifestyle. It allowed something edible to be made from natural products. It might not be the tastiest, but it gets the job done. - Raphael E.
I think that silk is the most important thing the chinese have invented because without it we wouldn't have comfortable clothing. Some of the best selling cloths lines have silk and it also gives work to other people to have that job available. -Jake D.
I think acupuncture is the most important Chinese invention because its a medical practice still used today. It's used to relieve pain by having needles put into your body in specific spots. Without this invention people with arthritis and other injuries couldn't get the treatment that they need.
Teia S.
I think that paper would be the most important ancient Chinese invention. Until present day tablets or phones came into existence, the only way to record past historical events was to write on paper. Without it we would never have known about these incredible dynasties that ruled for hundreds to thousands of years. My favorite invention of the Chinese would have to be the firework because without it, we would not have the incredible firework shows to watch in July.
I believe that the most important Chinese invention was the seismograph. This is because it could accurately measure tremors and earthquakes in the earth, and help safety precautions go into place faster. My favorite Chinese invention is the creation of fireworks. I like it because it shows an awesome display of colors and sounds in the sky and really gets you into the spirit of whatever holiday or celebration is going on.
Jason P.
I think that paper is the most important invention in ancient China. Without it we would not have the paper to write on in school, toilet paper, and the ability to draw and plan out new inventions on it. However, my favorite invention of the Chinese would have to be the firework because I love to go to firework shows in July and see the bright colors and hear the loud noise.
- Mitchell C.
I think the most influential invention was cast iron. Many things today are made out of it and it is nice sturdy and hard. It also is easier and cheaper to make as your as the civilizations industry grows. My favorite invention would probably have to be Dominoes. I like the neat stuff you can do with dominoes. Also theirs a few games you can play with them.
~Devin S.
I think acupuncture was an invention that was most influential in advancing ancient Chinese civilization because it healed many Chinese from illness and it can also help the body relieve pain of arthritis and cancer. Paper is my favorite invention because it’s so much easier to store information on it and it can last for long periods of time. > Ish B.
I think the most important Chinese invention was paper because we use paper almost everyday. Without it, people would have much more trouble in schooling and bussinesses. My favorite Chinese invention would be porccelain, also known as china, because my Grandma has a cabinit full of china at her house that she collects. -Alli S.
I think that the iron plow was the most important invention because it made farming easier and faster. there was more food that was made and trading increased because of it. My favorite invention is spaghetti because I love noodles and they taste so good.
-Chloe K.
I think that the most advanced invention from china is the ship rudder because if they didn't invent it then we wouldn't have had as much sea advancement so soon. My favorite invention is the compass because it was one of the first ways of telling the direction you were going. -Tommy M.
In my opinion one of the most influential inventions in ancient China was the invention of silk fabric because it was more an invention of wanting to treat them selves rather than function. It also allowed for great trade with other countries like Rome and Greece, where they had other valuable items like wool and glass. The invention of silk fabric helped to further the trading system between China and other countries. My favorite Chinese invention is paper because I use paper for a lot of everyday things, and without it, it would be harder to communicate and write. Also, paper comes in various forms which makes it even more useful to people.
~Jaime O.
I think one of the most important Chinese inventions is dominoes. This was a game for yourself and others, which allow you to be entertained greatly for whenever your bored. My favorite invention would be chopsticks because they are really cool and creative, and also they shaped the culture of food eating for the Chinese. -Daniel M.
i believe spaghetti is the most important Chinese invention because it provided an expensive food and can easily be made often as food supply. spaghetti is my favorite Chinese invention because life would be unimaginable without spaghetti.
The most important Chinese invention would have to be the seed drill. Without the drill planting and harvesting crops would have taken longer and shortened the planting season. My favorite Chinese invention though is porcelain. It was an important step in art and seems to persevere well other than clay.
~Mary S.
I believe that the most important invention of the Chinese was steel which was made from cast iron throught the process of oxygenation. Although cast iron is a strong material to make tools and weapons with, steel is by far better. It is far stronger and doesn't rust as easily as iron would.
My favorite Chinese invention would be the land mine. Who doesn't like to blow stuff up?
Tim Meier
I think that the domestication of the goldfish was the most important Chinese invention because goldfish are very common pets nowadays. Without the domestication of goldfish we wouldn't be able to do goldfish labs in biology or keep an aquarium in our room. Also, the domestication of goldfish helped the Chinese realize that domesticating fish is possible which could have led to the fish farms that we know today.
~Joe L
I think that the most influential Chinese invention is deep drilling. This process allows us to get oils and other natural resources from the ground. These natural resources are very important in our lives today. My favorite Chinese invention is spaghetti because I love spaghetti.
Jake K.
I believe the printer was the most important Chinese invention, because without out the printer, writing would take a whole lot longer to do. Not to mention, there would be almost no point in using microsoft word or having a facs machine considering they require some sort of printing service.
-Jason S.
I think that the seed drill was the most important Chinese invention because without it farming would take a lot more time and sometimes the seeds would not even grow. Printing was the most interesting to me because now you could have realistic pictures of things. -Julia R
I think that the seed drill was the most important Chinese invention because without it farming would take a lot more time and sometimes the seeds would not even grow. Printing was the most interesting to me because now you could have realistic pictures of things. -Julia R
I think the most important invention is the bristle toothbursh. The reason is it is one of the firs signs of hygeine. Back in ancient times they really didn't know what it was like to be clean or have very good oral hygeine. The toothbrush is still used today. My favorite invention might be the gunpowder. The reason is gunpowder was used in weapons, bombs, fireworks, and many other things. We wouldn't have fireworks if it weren't for the ancient Chinese. -Ryan B.
I believe that smallpox inoculation is the most important Chinese invention because smallpox was a very painful, often leading to death. Preventing the spread, especially in a highly populated area, would have been of the utmost importance.
My favorite invention is the Belt drive because it allowed for energy obtained from a mill or crank to drive machines in other places.
-Quinn S.
In my opinion, I believe that the invention of the civil service was the most influential in an advancing Civilization.Giving them a strong bureaucratic government. My favorite though, was the invention of gunpowder. Using gun powder, the Chinese made fireworks that they would launch at the enemy and scare them away. Now it is used in all kinds of firearms. Using the firearms, we have wars. Having wars is typically bad for everyone. Thanks China!
~Stephen G.
I believe that the most important invention(not used yet) are the technologies they founded. They were especially known for mathematics,hydraulics, and mechanics.
These were applied to;horology, metallurgy, astronomy, agriculture, engineering, music theory, craftsmanship,nautics,and warfare. These are all essential to somebody's life somewhere. Without these great atributes, the human race would not be here right now, let alone going smoothly.
-Becca P
I think the most important Chinese invention was the land mine because it gave an edge to the Chinese in battle if they wanted to have some sort of a quick attack and have that enemy set off the trap and catch them off guard. It is also still used today. - Jimmy R
I believe that the most important Chinese invention was the restaurant menu. I think that anything, no matter how small can be something great! Starting small in China, to now being all over is amazing. We still use them often in the U.S. today, and I think that they were able to lead on other inventions that show you a form of choice as well. This is why I believe restaurant menus to be an important invention. -Erin O
I believe the lodestone compass was the most important ancient Chinese invention. The first reason is that it showed the Chinese people a way of direction. Also without it the average person who cant read the stars or the way the sun rises. They would get lost if they went outside of unfamiliar grounds. my favorite invention would have to be the chop sticks because their impossible to use, but one day i will conquer them.
-Adam L
I think that the seed drill is the most important Chinese invention because it made for the uniform depth of the planting of seeds, meaning that each seed was planted at the same depth. This would regulate crop size and would prevent against damaged or weak crops in that they would all grow in a uniform way. Needless to say, people would be healthier because they would be eating healthier crops as apposed to unhealthy and weak crops. My favorite invention is the compass because it amazes me that people with so primitive of equipment could figure out the proper magnetism to create a working compass. Not only this, but the compass is lasting and reasonable in that it is still used today.
~Grace C.
I forgot to say my favorite invention.
I believe that the most important Chinese invention was the restaurant menu. I think that anything, no matter how small can be something great! Starting small in China, to now being all over is amazing. We still use them often in the U.S. today, and I think that they were able to lead on other inventions that show you a form of choice as well. This is why I believe restaurant menus to be the most important invention. My favorite invention is definitely paper because I love to write!One day, I would love to have my own series of books! Thanks to paper, this all may come true! -Erin O
I believe that the banknote is the most important Chinese invention because the banknotes modernized Chinese economy. Without the banknotes, people would have to carry around sacks with copper coins if the wanted to buy something. Just think about it... If the Chinese didn't invent paper currency, then maybe people today would have to lug around coins. I for one, love paper currency and I get really annoyed if I have large amounts of coins sitting around. If the Chinese never invented banknotes, then todays economic system would not work at all. Banknotes are the most important Chinese invention.
~ Jim.P
I think the most influential thing on China would be their ships(junks) because they used the ships to trade and it was influential to them in advancing because they depended on it to bring needed items. My favorite invention would be fireworks because I love the sounds they make and the patterns they create.
-Jacob G
I believe the bell is the most important Chinese invention, as well as my favorite, for multiple reasons. Without the bell, the Muslim world would have to use a different form to call the masses to prayer five times a day. The Christians would have to hit the ground with sticks instead who ringing the morning bells. These are just two examples, but they are also my favorite because I love the sound of bells.
- Thor H.
I think paper is the most important chinese invention because it led to being able to communicate, trade more effectively and write down laws so they can't become blurred in meaning. Although my favorite invention is dagger-axe because it seems like it would have been awesome to wield in chinese battles between northern tribes ; although sadly it was mainly used in ceremonies - Christian T.
The most important Chinese invention was the ships rudder. This invention helps ships of all kind safely and effectively navigate the seas whether the ship be military of civilian, or even a ship of trade.
Kyler F.
I believe the most important Chinese invention was the iron plows because they regulated depth of seeds so the Chinese could make sure they would grow. Not only did this invention come in handy for the Chinese, but this invention is also be the source for the industrial revolution in Europe years later. My favorite invention of the Chinese, however, is probably porcelain. This is because that it's so beautiful yet so sturdy that you can use it for a variety of things.
Molly J.
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