1. China’s First Civilizations
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China’s First Civilizations

2. 1. What is a dynasty?
Is a long line rulers who belong to the same Family

3. 2. What were oracle bones and how were they used?
Bones with questions scribed on them to predict the future. The priest would heat the bones and the cracks will give the answers.

4. 3. Analyze How did the Mandate of Heaven allow for the overthrow of kings ancient China?
The King was chosen by a heavenly order because of his talent and virtue.

5. 4. Summarizing Information
King
Warlords
Aristocrats
Shang Society
Artisan
Traders
Farmers

6. 5. Evaluate What were some important technological changes during the Zhou dynasty, and how did they lead to a larger population ?
The Development of irrigation and flood-control systems, along with the iron plow, led to increased crop production and this led to a rising population.

7. 6. Explain How did ancient Chinese kings maintain control of their dynasties?
Kings maintained large armies to conquer land and protect borders but also appointed warlords to govern the kingdom’s territories.