Ancient Chinese History Concepts

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What is an emperor?

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A ruler

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What are Oracle Bones?

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Bones like oxen or turtle shells used for inscriptions.

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Oracle bones ____ predictions got the future.

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What was bronze used to create? Options: Vessels, oracle bones, decorations; Decorations, musical instruments, vessels, weapons; Weapons, decor, crowns; French fries, chicken wings, soda

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Decorations, musical instruments, vessels, weapons

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Why was the emperor said to have so much power?

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Because he was said to be descended from the gods

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Why was Emperor Cheng Tang considered “perfect”?

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Because he enacted policies that benefited the people.

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During 1290-1262 BCE, the capitol was moved from what to what?

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Yan to Yin

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Di Xin stood as a lesson of what happens when a leader gives into ___.

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Corruption

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Who was the main god in the polytheistic beliefs of the Shang?

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ShangDi

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What did ordinary people do for work?

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Forced to join the military