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Which ethnic group has generally defined Chinese society?
Which ethnic group has generally defined Chinese society?
What distinguished Chinese civilization from earlier ancient cultures like Mesopotamia or Egypt?
What distinguished Chinese civilization from earlier ancient cultures like Mesopotamia or Egypt?
What event marked a shift in Chinese architectural traditions in the 19th century?
What event marked a shift in Chinese architectural traditions in the 19th century?
Why is there little information available on buildings before about 2000 BCE in China?
Why is there little information available on buildings before about 2000 BCE in China?
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What distinctive feature characterizes the houses found in the Yellow River Valley, particularly at Banpo?
What distinctive feature characterizes the houses found in the Yellow River Valley, particularly at Banpo?
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What was the primary purpose of the rectangular houses mentioned in the text?
What was the primary purpose of the rectangular houses mentioned in the text?
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What material was used to construct the walls of the circular huts?
What material was used to construct the walls of the circular huts?
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What technological advancement is mentioned as emerging during the Shang dynasty?
What technological advancement is mentioned as emerging during the Shang dynasty?
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What was the primary driver of building construction in ancient China?
What was the primary driver of building construction in ancient China?
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What is the significance of the Great Wall of China?
What is the significance of the Great Wall of China?
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