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Chang Jiang (Yangtze)
The longest river in Asia and the 3rd longest in the world.
Yellow River
A strong geographical force in China's history, believed to have had communities built along its banks.
Shang Dynasty
Ruled over China, particularly the area east of the Yellow River and Chang Jiang.
Anyang
The center-city of the Shang Dynasty and known as the most progressive city.
Chinese Gods
The deities worshipped by the Chinese people.
Power of Shang Leaders
Believed to come from the spirits of nature.
Economy of Shang
Based on agriculture, trade, and the work of craftspeople.
Trade Routes
Used to connect the Shang civilization with faraway lands.
Cowrie Shells
Used as currency in the Shang civilization.
Bronzeware
Initially used for weapons, later used for religious rituals.
System of Writing
Oracle bones made of animal bones used for divination ceremonies.
Oracle Bones
Bear the earliest form of ancient Chinese writing and contain historically important information.
Social Structure
Kings > Nobles > Artisans & Traders > Farmers > Slaves.
