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Shang Dynasty’s Bronze Age Civilization Word Scramble

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The Shang Dynasty’s Bronze Age Civilization (1400 BCE) was a period of great technological advancements and artistic achievements. One way to explore and learn more about this fascinating time in history is through a word scramble game that features key vocabulary terms from this era.

  • Advanced bronze casting techniques
  • Oracle bone inscriptions
  • Elaborate ritual vessels

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 for divination and to communicate with ancestors.
bronze casting
Bronze casting was a highly developed skill in the Shang Dynasty, used to create intricate ritual vessels and weapons.
ancestor worship
Ancestor worship was a prominent practice in Shang society, with rituals and ceremonies dedicated to honoring deceased family members.
divination
Divination was an important aspect of Shang religious practices, with priests interpreting oracle bone inscriptions to predict the future.
ritual vessels
Ritual vessels made of bronze were used in religious ceremonies and feasts in the Shang Dynasty.
jade
Jade was highly valued in the Shang Dynasty and was used to create ritual objects and burial items for the elite.
archaeology
Archaeology has provided valuable insights into the culture and society of the Shang Dynasty through the excavation of burial sites and ancient cities.
ritual sacrifice
Ritual sacrifice was a common practice in the Shang Dynasty, with animals and sometimes humans offered to ancestors and gods.
horse-drawn chariots
The Shang Dynasty was one of the first Chinese civilizations to use horse-drawn chariots in warfare and ceremonies.
ancestor tombs
Ancestor tombs were elaborate structures built by the elite in the Shang Dynasty to honor and house the remains of deceased family members.

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