Zhou Dynasty

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How did the Zhou take over the Shang?

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They conquered the Shang and overtook their ruler.

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Why were there many wars during the Zhou Dynasty?

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Iron tools were available to everyone.

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Why did people not like the last Shang ruler?

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He only cared about himself.

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How does a dynasty get the Mandate of Heaven?

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They conquer the current ruler.

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What is the ruler of China called?

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Son of Heaven

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How does the ruler keep control of the large kingdom?

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They appoint their family members to be in charge of regions.

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What are warlords?

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military leaders

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What is the Warring States Period?

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A time when there was fighting and chaos.

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What were two changes that the Zhou Dynasty had from the Shang civilization?

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They stopped human sacrifice and using oracle bones.

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What did the nobles do?

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Helped control different regions.