Aim:  How did the Shang and Zhou Dynasties influence Chinese civilization?

Do Now:  Fill in the Blank

The River of Sorrows got its name from the ___________, or fine windblown yellow soil that settled in the river beds. (Loess)

The oldest examples of Chinese writings are on _______________________. (Oracle Bones)

To justify rebellion, Zhou Dynasty, promoted the idea of the __________________________.
(Mandate of Heaven)

The Mandate of Heaven was expanded to include the rise and fall of dynasties.  This is known as the _________________________. (Dynastic Cycle)

Homework: Write a paragraph explaining how the American civilization has influenced the world.