Which of the Following Characterized the Shang State

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following characterized the Shang state?

• A) It did not face threats from rival territorial states along its borders.
• B) It established a strongly defended permanent capital in Anyang.
• C) It gradually became more decentralized in order to meet threats along its borders to the north.
• D) It was the first organized state in the region.

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