Shang Dynasty 1st part

Who ruled before the Shang Dynasty?

• a) The Xia Dynasty

• b) The Zhou Dynasty

• c) The Han Dynasty

• d) The Qin Dynasty

Who was the first king of the Shang Dynasty?

• a) Tang Cheng

• b) Jie

• c) Tai Yi

• d) Shangdi

 

What made the king of the Shang Dynasty the closest human being to a god?

• a) His royal ancestry

• b) His military victories

• c) His divine birth

• d) His connection with the dead royal ancestors and the supreme god Shangdi

What were the biggest advantages of the Shang Dynasty in warfare?

• a) Powerful armies and fast chariots

• b) Large numbers of soldiers and advanced weaponry

• c) Skillful generals and trained archers

• d) Advanced tactics and superior military strategy

What did the Shang Dynasty take as profits of war?

• a) Slaves and prisoners

• b) Metals, food, and livestock

• c) Artifacts and treasures

• d) Silk and spices

What was life like for most of the Shang people?

• a) Comfortable and luxurious

• b) Difficult and backbreaking

• c) Educated and privileged

• d) Adventurous and exploratory

What were the main crops grown by the Shang people?

• a) Corn and potatoes

• b) Rice and wheat

• c) Barley and oats

• d) Millet and sorghum

What is the NAME of this DYNASTY?