Shang Dynasty

A family or group that rules for generations.

• dynasty

• clan

• committee

A large group of family members and friends.

• dynasty

• clan

• committee

Where did the Shang dynasty rule?

• In the Huang He (Yellow River) Valley on the North China Plain.

• In the Chiang-Jiang Basin.

• On the Tibet-Qinghai Plateau.

True or false- Unlike the Egyptians, the Shang did NOT bury items with their dead.

• True

• False

True or false- Prisoners captured by the Shang were used as laborers and sometimes as human sacrifices.

• True

• False

True or false- Shang rulers relied on strong armies to maintain their power.

• True

• False

What technology did the Shang develop before others in China, giving them an important advantage in battle?

• bronze weapons and armor

• gunpowder

• stirrups allowing them to ride horses

Which groups were in the middle level of Shang social structure?

• artisans and traders

• rulers and nobles

• farmers and slaves

Which of the followings correctly describes Shang religion?

• They worshiped their ancestors, and believed their spirits could help or harm the living.

• They worshiped one god, who they believe was the supreme creator and judge of all living.

• They worshiped animals, believing they were avatars for gods that controlled different aspects of nature.

What did the Shang use "oracle bones" for?

• Communicating with and asking for advice from the spirits of their ancestors.

• Writing secret codes to the different commanders of their armies.

• As charms meant to protect against evil spirits.