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Shang Dynasty
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Government | As a part of ritual burial, Chinese kings would bury several hundred humans and horses and accompany them in the afterlife. |
| Religion | Companionship in the afterlife was a common reason for human sacrifice in ancient China. |
| Arts | Armor for Shang dynasty soldiers was often made of shells tied together. |
| Architecture | Diviners in the Shang Dynasty would use Oracle Bones to read fortunes. |
| Social Structure | Only certain noblemen could own and use bronze because of its value and the skill needed to craft it. |
| Technology | Soldiers in ancient Chinese armies would use weapons made of bronze and chariots in warfare. |
| Stable Food Supply | Cowrie shells were used as currency because they were unique, durable, and easily transported |