Practice The Shang Dynasty (c. 1600–1046 Bce) (4.1) - Unit 2: Early Civilizations and Cultural Foundations

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Question 1.
What was the primary agricultural product cultivated by the Shang Dynasty?
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Think about the crops that thrive in fertile soil.
Question 2.
What were oracle bones used for in the Shang Dynasty?
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Consider how leaders communicated with the divine.
3Question 3.
What was the title held by the king in the Shang Dynasty?
- Ruler
- Di
- Pharaoh
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Remember the key phrase associated with Shang leadership.
4Question 4.
True or False: Oracle bones are the earliest form of Chinese writing.
- True
- False
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Think about what materials were used to develop their writing system.
Question 5.
Evaluate how the advancements in bronze metallurgy might have affected Shang military strategy and social cohesion.
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Consider the dual impacts of technology on both conflict and unity.
Question 6.
Analyze the significance of social stratification within the Shang Dynasty for its political structure.
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Reflect on why clear divisions within roles might enhance governance.

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