Technolgy
what metal was there primary metal for weapons?
Bronze
What was the role of the Shang king in the government?
The shang King served as a centeral ruler
Modern writing is very similar to aicent Character writing.
True or False?
True
What type of things did they sacerfice?
Food,Wine and Humans.
What is the term for the system of writing used by the Shang Dynasty?
Oracle Bone
How did the shang dynasty make these bronze weapons?
They used Casting
What was the main form of political organization during the Shang Dynasty?
It was organized as a monarchy.
Oracle Bones were used to communicate with who?
Ancestors and Gods
What was the main religious practice of the Shang Dynasty?
worship and divination
What is the name of the king’s diviner or priest who interpreted the cracks in oracle bones?
Diviner
What was the primary purpose of the Shang Dynasty's chariot technology?
Chariots were primarily used in warfare and were crucial for military strategy, enabling fast movement of soldiers and officers across the battlefield.
Which social class had the most power and influence in the Shang government?
The arotostaic class, aslo military leaders, nobles and royalty
What was character writing also referd to?
Oracle Bone
What did Shang kings use oracle bones for in religious ceremonies?
To communicate with gods and ancestor for advice.
Which is the term used to describe casting?
Bronze Casting
How did character writing influence their technolgy?
It helped keep track of history.
What was the significance of the use of oracle bones in the Shang Dynasty's governance?
They were used for political advice from the gods.
Chinese script can be compared to what other Aicent writing
Pictographs
Who was the highest deity worshiped by the Shang Dynasty?
Shang Di
What is the term for the sacrificial offerings, often involving animals or humans, made by the Shang rulers to honor their ancestors and gods?
Sacerfice
How did their technolgy and weapons help them keep control and maintain power
they had the most advanced weapons wich helped them defeat enemies and made most fear them
What was the mandate of heaven?
Approval from the gods saying your fit to lead
What were Oracle Bones used for?
For Divination And Guidance
Who did they think controled them?
Ancestors
What is Barter?
A sytem of trade where gods are exchanged without money