Shang or Zhou

Created the Mandate of Heaven

• Shang

• Zhou

Developed writing

• Shang

• Zhou

Created the feudal system

• Shang

• Zhou

Longest ruling dynasty

• Shang

• Zhou

First Dynasty

• Shang

• Zhou

Used oracle bones

• Shang

• Zhou

What metal was the Shang Dynasty known for using?

• Steel
• Bronze
• Jade
• Gold

For what purpose would a Shang leader most likely use an oracle bone made from a turtle shell?

• to serve a ceremonial meal
• to make music for his family
• to send messages to nobles
• to ask advice from his ancestors

What were the time periods in ancient China broken up into?

• Dynasties
• Decades
• Cycles
• Kingdoms

The right of a Chinese Dynasty to rule with the blessings of the gods is called...?

• The Mandate of Heaven

• The Dynastic Cycle

• The Heavenly Commandments

• The Oracle Bones