Early Chinese Dynasties

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China's geography hindered the Zhou kings' unity due to vast mountainous regions and deserts.

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Difficult travel and communication.

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Zhou dynasty duration in Chinese history.

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True

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People of high rank:

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lords

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Early Zhou rulers justified rebellion against the Shang using the mandate of heaven.

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True

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Main cause of Zhou's decline:

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Decreased loyalty from sons of lords.

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Oldest Dynasty in China

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Shang

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Metal used by Shang Dynasty?

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Bronze

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First writing system dynasty?

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Shang

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Evidence of the Shang Dynasty's existence was found through artifacts.

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Artifacts

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Purpose of a Shang leader using a turtle shell oracle bone?

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Ask advice from ancestors.