Country Profiles: China Webquest Worksheet

This worksheet on China guides students through an exploration of the country’s geography, politics, economy, and culture. Students begin with basic information such as the capital city Beijing, official language (Mandarin), population, and currency (Renminbi/Yuan). The geography section highlights China’s vast territory in East Asia, bordering 14 countries, with diverse landscapes including the Himalayas, Gobi Desert, Yangtze and Yellow Rivers, and extensive coastline. Government and politics introduces China’s one-party socialist system led by the Communist Party, current leaders, and national symbols like the flag and anthem. The economy section examines major industries including manufacturing, technology, agriculture, and exports such as electronics, textiles, and machinery. The culture and society portion explores Confucianism, Taoism, Buddhism, Chinese cuisine, festivals like Chinese New Year, traditional arts, and literature. Tourism highlights include the Great Wall, Forbidden City, Terracotta Army, and scenic areas like Zhangjiajie and Guilin. Reflection questions encourage students to think about China’s historical influence, rapid modernization, and global role.

Keywords: China, Beijing, East Asia, Himalayas, Gobi Desert, Yangtze River, Yellow River, Great Wall, Forbidden City, Terracotta Army, manufacturing, technology, agriculture, exports, Confucianism, Taoism, Chinese New Year, culture, economy, geography, Model United Nations (MUN), reflection