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QuizMultiple Choice

The Rise of China

Question 3 • WCA - World History A

Under which dynasty was Chinese writing first developed?

Answer
A
the Qin dynasty
B
the Zhou dynasty
C
the Shang dynasty
D
the Han dynasty

Explanation

The earliest known Chinese writing appears on oracle bones from the Shang dynasty, dating to around 1200 BCE. These inscriptions show an established writing system, so Chinese writing was first developed under the Shang dynasty.

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