Shang Dynasty Quiz

What legendary dynasty came before the Shang Dynasty?

• Qing Dynasty

• Ming Dynasty

• Zhou Dynasty

• Xia Dynasty

Who founded the Shang Dynasty?

• Cheng Tang

• King Jie

• Wu Ding

• Wu Shang

What is the main artifact that archaeologists have used to learn about the Shang Dynasty?

• Cave Paintings

• Financial Transactions

• Oracle Bones

• Ancient Weapons

What material did the Shang use for weapons that gave them an advantage in war?

• Cast Iron

• Bronze

• Steel

• Brass

True or False: The Shang did not develop writing which eventually led to their downfall

• True

• False

Around how long did the Shang Dynasty rule China?

• 20 years

• 50 years

• 250 years

• 500 years

What animals did the Shang typically use for their oracle bones?

• Oxen and Turtles

• Monkeys and Leopards

• Wolves and Bears

• Whales and Otters

What dynasty took control after the end of the Shang Dynasty?

• Qing Dynasty

• Ming Dynasty

• Zhou Dynasty

• Han Dynasty

What was written on oracle bones?

• Lists of names

• Questions and answers

• Financial transactions

• Government laws

True or False: The Shang Dynasty had a fairly complex government that was ruled by a king.

• True

• False