Next, with the Great Wall of China in mind, discuss the multiple reasons and functions for the construction of such a massive project in relation to Chinese history, considering border walls in a general sense and their ultimate effectiveness.

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Chinese Architecture and Cities

First, read “Great Blunders? The Great Wall of China, the Berlin Wall, and the Proposed United States/Mexico Border Fence,” and watch the fourth video in this list: “UNESCO/NHK Videos on Heritage.” http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/438/video

Next, with the Great Wall of China in mind, discuss the multiple reasons and functions for the construction of such a massive project in relation to Chinese history, considering border walls in a general sense and their ultimate effectiveness.

Share your thoughts on the relevance of these considerations for the border wall with Mexico as proposed by President Trump.