Exploring the Shang Dynasty

What was considered a legend until evidence proved its existence?

• The Great Wall of China

• The Shang Dynasty

• The Terracotta Army

• The Forbidden City

How was Shang society structured?

• By age and experience

• Based on education

• By military rank

• Into six social classes

What material did the Shang Dynasty first use in their civilization?

• Gold

• Iron

• Bronze

• Steel

What was the role of the king in Shang society?

• Both a religious and military leader

• A military leader only

• A figurehead without real power

• A religious leader only

What did the Shang use oracle bones for?

• To predict the weather

• To seek advice from ancestors

• For artistic decoration

• To trade with other civilizations

How did the Shang Dynasty respect their dead ancestors?

• By holding annual festivals

• By writing poems

• By offering food and sacrifices

• By building temples

What does jade symbolize in Shang culture?

• Wealth and prosperity

• Power and authority

• Wisdom and kindness

• Health and longevity

What was unique about Shang art?

• Stone carvings

• Wooden sculptures

• Bronze vessels with geometric designs

• Use of silk

What led to the downfall of the Shang Dynasty?

• A massive peasant uprising

• Constant warfare and economic issues

• Invasion by foreign powers

• Natural disasters

Who overthrew the Shang Dynasty?

• The Qin Dynasty

• The Han Dynasty

• The Ming Dynasty

• The Zhou Dynasty