WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Shang Contributions to Chinese Civilization. The Shang made many contributions to Chinese civilization, but four in particular define the dynasty: the invention of writing; the development of a stratified government; the advancement of bronze technology; and the use of the chariot and bronze weapons in warfare.

Detailed explanation-2: -The language of the Shang Dynasty is an early form of modern Chinese. Chinese characters first appeared during the Shang Dynasty inscribed on cattle bone and tortoise shells. There is evidence of two numerological systems, one based on numbers from one to 10 and the other from one to 12.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Shang had a fully developed system of writing, preserved on bronze inscriptions and a small number of other writings on pottery, jade and other stones, horn, etc., but most prolifically on oracle bones.

Detailed explanation-4: -Bronze casting was perhaps the most important technology during the Shang Dynasty. The Shang made many objects out of bronze, including ceremonial tools, swords, and spearheads for the military.

Detailed explanation-5: -It is sometimes referred to as the Yin Dynasty. One of the most famous kings of the Shang was Wu Ding who ruled for 58 years. The last capital of the Shang was the city of Yin Xu. Most of the oracle bones discovered have been the shoulder blades of oxen or turtle shells. More items