10 Questions
What metal did Shang nobles use to make their weapons?
Copper
How were Shang armies especially powerful?
They had weapons made of bronze
What type of soldiers rode horses and elephants in Shang armies?
Cavalry
How did Shang kings expand their power?
By setting up smaller kingdoms under their younger brothers and nephews
What did Shang kings use prisoners captured in war for?
As laborers and in human sacrifices
What was the primary purpose of using oracle bones by the Shang kings?
To seek advice from their ancestors on important matters
Why did the Shang people believe it was important to honor their ancestors?
Because they believed ancestors had the power to help or harm the living
What was the significance of the king's relationship to ancestral spirits in Shang belief?
Kings had the power to rule because they were descended from powerful ancestors
How did the Shang people honor their ancestors?
Through offerings of wine, food, and sometimes human sacrifices
What did the treasures buried in kings' tombs reveal about the Shang belief?
They believed in a life after death and the power of ancestors
Test your knowledge of the Shang dynasty's government and military with this quiz. Explore the power structure, succession, and warfare tactics of the ancient Shang kings.
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