Emperor Reflection
WORLDHISTORY PROJECT1200 / LESSON 3.2 CLOSEREMPEROR’S REFLECTIONUnless otherwise noted, this work is licensed under CC BY 4.0. Credit: “Emperor’s Reflection”, OER Project, www.oerproject.com1PurposeCongratulations, Your Majesty! You have ruled a vast and powerful empire during the 1450–1750 time period. But was it easy? In this diary entry, you’ll reflect on what you learned, the biggest challenges you faced, and the strategies you used to keep control.Process1.Choose one of the major land-based empires that existed between 1450 and 1750. Imagine that you are the ruler of this empire during its peak.2.Write a diary entry from the emperor’s point of view. Your entry must include:•A date.•Your greatest challenges: Did tax collectors steal from you? Did religious rivalries threaten your power? How did you attempt to solve these problems?•Your strategies for controlling your vast empire: Did you build an army? Hire loyal officials? Show off your leadership skills!•A royal reflection: What are you most proud of as a ruler? What worries keep you up at night?