How do we know about the Shang Dynasty?

In this lesson we will be learning all about an ancient Chinese civilisation called the Shang Dynasty! We are going to find out how we know about the Shang, by looking at the ancient artefacts and writing archaeologists have found.

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How do we know about the Shang Dynasty?

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Q1.The Shang Dynasty was a Bronze Age civilisation.

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Q2.In which modern day country was Shang Dynasty?

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Q3.What does an archaeologist do?

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Q4.From which civilisation do we have the earliest recorded human writing?

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Q5.Which materials were Shang weapons made from? Tick ALL the correct answers.

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This quiz includes images that don't have any alt text - please contact your teacher who should be able to help you with an audio description.

Unit quizzes are being retired in August 2023

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How do we know about the Shang Dynasty?

Don’t worry if you get a question wrong! Forgetting is an important step in learning. We will recap next lesson.

Q1.The Shang Dynasty was a Bronze Age civilisation.

1/5

Q2.In which modern day country was Shang Dynasty?

2/5

Q3.What does an archaeologist do?

3/5

Q4.From which civilisation do we have the earliest recorded human writing?

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Q5.Which materials were Shang weapons made from? Tick ALL the correct answers.

Select two (2) boxes

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