Step 1: Construct a Timeline

Below is a sample Three-Column Chart in the form of a timeline focusing on advancements and achievements from both Ancient China and Ancient African Civilizations.

Timeline of Advancements in Civilizations

| Time Period | Ancient China | Ancient Africa | |---------------------|-----------------------------------|----------------------------------| | c. 2200-1600 BCE | Development of the Xia dynasty, marked by advances in irrigation and agriculture. | Formation of early societies such as the Kingdom of Kush, known for its rich iron resources. | | c. 1046-256 BCE | Establishment of the Zhou dynasty, which introduced the Mandate of Heaven and expanded trade. | Construction of the Great Pyramids of Giza in Egypt, showcasing architectural innovation. | | 206 BCE-220 CE | The Han dynasty promotes the Silk Road trade network, increasing cultural exchange and commerce. | The rise of the Kingdom of Aksum, known for its trade networks and the use of coins. | | 618-907 CE | The Tang dynasty makes significant advancements in technology, including woodblock printing and gunpowder. | The Mali Empire flourishes, famously led by Mansa Musa, promoting education and trade in cities like Timbuktu. |

Feel free to modify the events or adjust the timeline as necessary based on your textbook or additional resources.

Certainly! Here’s a simplified version of the timeline without detailed explanations:

Timeline of Advancements in Civilizations

| Time Period | Ancient China | Ancient Africa | |---------------------|-----------------------|-----------------------| | c. 2200-1600 BCE | Xia dynasty | Kingdom of Kush | | c. 1046-256 BCE | Zhou dynasty | Great Pyramids of Giza| | 206 BCE-220 CE | Han dynasty | Kingdom of Aksum | | 618-907 CE | Tang dynasty | Mali Empire |

This format maintains clarity while being succinct.

Sure! Here’s a list of time periods for Ancient China:

1. c. 2100-1600 BCE - Xia Dynasty
2. c. 1600-1046 BCE - Shang Dynasty
3. c. 1046-256 BCE - Zhou Dynasty
4. 206 BCE-220 CE - Han Dynasty
5. 220-589 CE - Period of Disunity
6. 589-618 CE - Sui Dynasty
7. 618-907 CE - Tang Dynasty
8. 907-960 CE - Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms Period
9. 960-1279 CE - Song Dynasty
10. 1271-1368 CE - Yuan Dynasty
11. 1368-1644 CE - Ming Dynasty
12. 1644-1912 CE - Qing Dynasty

Feel free to choose specific periods based on the events or achievements you want to highlight!

Here’s a list of significant time periods for Ancient African civilizations:

1. c. 3000-2500 BCE - Early Egypt and the formation of the Old Kingdom
2. c. 2686-2181 BCE - Old Kingdom of Egypt (building of pyramids)
3. c. 2055-1650 BCE - Middle Kingdom of Egypt
4. c. 1550-1070 BCE - New Kingdom of Egypt (empire expansion)
5. c. 1000 BCE-300 CE - Kingdom of Kush (Nubia)
6. c. 800-500 BCE - Rise of the Carthaginian Empire
7. c. 400-1000 CE - Great Zimbabwe (establishment and peak)
8. c. 400-1200 CE - Ghana Empire (gold trade)
9. c. 1235-1600 CE - Mali Empire (Mansa Musa's reign)
10. c. 1299-1923 CE - Ottoman Empire in North Africa
11. c. 1400-1900 CE - Songhai Empire (expansion of trade and learning)
12. c. 1500-1800 CE - Formation of various city-states along the Swahili Coast

These time periods represent significant civilizations and events in African history. You can select specific ones based on your focus or interests!