Timeline by Sophia Smith https://padlet.com/smithsophia1/r89eg2o8kfj66mgc Scroll to view en-us 2025-09-10 15:41:57 UTC 2025-09-11 20:03:05 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f39e.png Shang  https://padlet.com/smithsophia1/r89eg2o8kfj66mgc/wish/3580801343  
- Type of g

overnment: Monarchical with a divine king at the top
- Social Classes: Rigid hierarchy including nobles, artisans, farmers, and slaves
- Religion & Culture: Polytheistic, ancestor worship, use of oracle bones, bronze craftsmanship
- The Fall: Overthrown around 1046 BCE by the Zhou, due to internal decline and external pressures 



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]]> 2025-09-11 19:55:29 UTC https://padlet.com/smithsophia1/r89eg2o8kfj66mgc/wish/3580801343 Zhou https://padlet.com/smithsophia1/r89eg2o8kfj66mgc/wish/3580801978 The Zhou Dynasty rose to power by claiming the Mandate of Heaven, which legitimized their rule. They experienced a cyclical pattern of dynastic rise and fall, driven by virtue and decline. Notable inventions include iron tools and advancements in philosophy. The dynasty ultimately fell due to internal decay and external threats.

]]> 2025-09-11 19:56:11 UTC https://padlet.com/smithsophia1/r89eg2o8kfj66mgc/wish/3580801978 Qin https://padlet.com/smithsophia1/r89eg2o8kfj66mgc/wish/3580802275 The Qin Dynasty's rise was driven by Qin Shi Huang's military conquests and political reforms, leading to unification of China. Significant leaders include Qin Shi Huang himself. Major architectural works include the initial construction of the Great Wall and the Terracotta Army. The fall resulted from oppressive rule, widespread unrest, and rebellion following Qin Shi Huang’s death.

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