WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -The Shang dynasty is the oldest Chinese dynasty whose existence is supported by archaeological finds, but more evidence for the existence of the Xia dynasty may yet emerge.

Detailed explanation-2: -Scholars do not fully agree on the dates and details of the earliest Chinese dynasties, but most accept that the Shang Dynasty is the first one to have left behind written records and solid archaeological evidence of its existence. The Shang is the second dynasty of the Three Dynasties Period.

Detailed explanation-3: -The earliest evidence for bronze casting are the two dozen bronze vessels unearthed at Erlitou. Bronzes appear in much large quantities at Erligang, and show technological and artistic advances.

Detailed explanation-4: -The period of the dynasty’s rule has traditionally been dated 1766–1122 bce. However, more recent archaeological work has placed the Shang’s starting date at about 1600 bce and has identified the dynasty’s end as being 1046 bce.

Detailed explanation-5: -Archaeologists unearthed many artifacts from these ruins that revealed an ancient civilization. The ruins were the remains of one of the royal cities of the Shang. The city included a palace, a temple and houses. There were also workshops for artisans who worked with bronze, pottery, stone and jade.