4.1 - The Shang Dynasty (c. 1600–1046 BCE)
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Practice Questions
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What was the primary agricultural product cultivated by the Shang Dynasty?
💡 Hint: Think about the crops that thrive in fertile soil.
What were oracle bones used for in the Shang Dynasty?
💡 Hint: Consider how leaders communicated with the divine.
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What was the title held by the king in the Shang Dynasty?
💡 Hint: Remember the key phrase associated with Shang leadership.
True or False: Oracle bones are the earliest form of Chinese writing.
💡 Hint: Think about what materials were used to develop their writing system.
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Evaluate how the advancements in bronze metallurgy might have affected Shang military strategy and social cohesion.
💡 Hint: Consider the dual impacts of technology on both conflict and unity.
Analyze the significance of social stratification within the Shang Dynasty for its political structure.
💡 Hint: Reflect on why clear divisions within roles might enhance governance.
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