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Early Shang Period Word Scramble Game

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About This Challenge

Explore the mysteries of the Early Shang Period (1600-1500 BCE) through a fun and engaging word scramble game!

  • Unscramble key vocabulary terms related to the era
  • Test your knowledge of the historical period

Game Details: a word scramble game where you unscramble key vocabulary terms. There is no time limit, but you have a limited number of moves. Use spells to get extra moves!

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oracle bones
Oracle bones were used by the Shang dynasty in China to communicate with ancestors and the spirit world through divination.
ancestor worship
Ancestor worship was a common practice during the Early Shang Period, where people venerated their deceased relatives and sought their guidance.
bronze casting
The Shang dynasty was known for its advanced bronze casting techniques, producing intricate ritual vessels and weapons.
divination
Divination played a significant role in Shang society, with priests interpreting cracks on oracle bones to predict the future.
ritual vessels
Ritual vessels made of bronze were used in ceremonies and offerings to honor ancestors and communicate with the spirit world.
hierarchical society
The Early Shang Period was characterized by a hierarchical society, with a ruling elite at the top and commoners at the bottom.
ancestral lineage
Ancestral lineage was important in Shang society, as individuals traced their heritage back to specific ancestors and clans.
jade artifacts
Jade artifacts were highly prized by the Shang elite for their beauty and symbolic significance in rituals and burials.
bronze weapons
Bronze weapons, such as axes and spears, were used by the Shang military for warfare and hunting.
oracle bone script
Oracle bone script was an early form of Chinese writing used on oracle bones for divination purposes.
ancestor tombs
Ancestor tombs were elaborate burial sites constructed by the Shang elite to honor deceased family members and ensure their well-being in the afterlife.

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