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Foundation of the Xia Dynasty Word Scramble

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The Xia Dynasty is considered the foundation of Chinese civilization, with legendary figures like Yu the Great leading the way.

  • Yu the Great established the Xia Dynasty and is credited with controlling the floods.
  • Key archaeological findings, such as the Erlitou site, provide evidence of early Chinese culture during the Xia Dynasty.

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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Xia Dynasty
The Xia Dynasty was the first dynasty in traditional Chinese history, lasting from the 21st to the 16th century BC.
Yu the Great
Yu the Great was a legendary ruler of the Xia Dynasty who was known for his flood control efforts and establishing the foundation of Chinese hydraulic engineering.
Jie of Xia
Jie of Xia was the last ruler of the Xia Dynasty who was known for his tyrannical rule, which led to the overthrow of the dynasty.
Oracle Bones
Oracle bones were tortoise shells or ox scapulae used in divination during the Shang and early Zhou dynasties, including the later years of the Xia Dynasty.
Bronze Age
The Xia Dynasty is considered to be part of the Bronze Age in China, characterized by the widespread use of bronze for tools, weapons, and ceremonial objects.
Dawenkou Culture
The Dawenkou Culture, an archaeological culture in ancient China, is believed to have influenced the early development of the Xia Dynasty.
Sanxingdui
The Sanxingdui archaeological site in Sichuan, China, revealed artifacts that indicate a potential connection between the Sanxingdui culture and the Xia Dynasty.
Banpo
The Banpo archaeological site in Shaanxi, China, provides evidence of a Neolithic settlement that predates the Xia Dynasty.
Millet Agriculture
Millet agriculture played a significant role in the foundation of the Xia Dynasty as it was one of the primary crops cultivated by the early Xia people.
Yujiawu
Yujiawu, an archaeological site in Henan, China, provides insights into the early settlements and cultural practices of the Xia Dynasty.

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