I WONDER - What Is The Great Wall Of China?

The Great Wall of China is a vast series of fortifications built to protect Chinese states from invasions. Constructed over centuries, it spans over 13,000 miles, making it the longest wall in the world. The Wall's primary purpose was to defend against nomadic groups from the Eurasian steppe.

What materials were used in the construction of the Great Wall of China?

• Plastic and clay

• Glass and metal

• Brick, stone, tamped earth, and wood

• Concrete and steel

Why was the Great Wall of China built?

• To protect against raids and invasions

• To serve as a trade route

• To mark the boundary of the Chinese empire

• To display architectural prowess

Which groups were the Chinese states and empires trying to defend against with the Great Wall?

• African kingdoms

• South American tribes

• Nomadic groups from the Eurasian steppe

• European settlers

How long is the Great Wall of China?

• 5,000 miles

• 8,000 miles

• 10,000 miles

• Over 13,000 miles

What is the significance of the Great Wall's length?

• It is the widest wall in the world

• It is the shortest wall in the world

• It is the longest wall in the world

• It is the tallest wall in the world