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Establishment of the Zhou Dynasty Fact-Matching Game

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The establishment of the Zhou Dynasty in 1046 BCE marked a significant turning point in Chinese history, ushering in a new era of cultural and political development.

  • The game allows players to explore the ancient world of the Zhou Dynasty, uncovering key details about its founding and early rulers.
  • Players must piece together fragments of important information, using spells for hints and extra time to complete their quest.

Game Details: a fact-matching game where you piece together important information fragments. Use spells for hints and extra time!

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  • The Zhou Dynasty was established in 1046 BCE by King Wu.
  • The Zhou Dynasty succeeded the Shang Dynasty as the ruling dynasty in ancient China.
  • The Zhou Dynasty lasted for over 800 years, making it one of the longest ruling dynasties in Chinese history.
  • The Zhou Dynasty was divided into two main periods: the Western Zhou (1046-771 BCE) and the Eastern Zhou (771-256 BCE).
  • King Wu of Zhou claimed the Mandate of Heaven to justify his overthrow of the Shang Dynasty.
  • The Zhou Dynasty introduced the concept of the Mandate of Heaven, which became a central tenet of Chinese political philosophy.
  • The Zhou Dynasty expanded its territory through military conquests and alliances with neighboring states.
  • The Zhou Dynasty established a feudal system with the king at the top, followed by nobles, officials, and commoners.
  • The Zhou Dynasty is known for its bronze casting, including elaborate ritual vessels and weapons.
  • The Zhou Dynasty implemented a system of writing known as oracle bone script, which was used for divination and recording events.
  • The Zhou Dynasty saw the development of Confucianism and Daoism as philosophical schools.
  • The Zhou Dynasty faced internal strife and external invasions during the Spring and Autumn Period (770-476 BCE).
  • The Zhou Dynasty was weakened by the Warring States Period (475-221 BCE), leading to the eventual unification of China under the Qin Dynasty.
  • The Zhou Dynasty's capital was initially located in Haojing (near modern Xi'an) during the Western Zhou period.
  • The Zhou Dynasty established a system of vassal states to maintain control over its vast territory.
  • The Zhou Dynasty practiced ancestor worship and believed in the importance of filial piety.
  • The Zhou Dynasty is credited with the development of the Chinese calendar and a system of weights and measures.
  • The Zhou Dynasty established a hierarchical social structure based on nobility, officials, and commoners.
  • The Zhou Dynasty's decline was marked by corruption, rebellion, and the loss of central authority.
  • The Zhou Dynasty's influence on Chinese culture and governance can still be seen today in modern China.

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