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  1. 5. This is the name of an Indus Valley civilization
  2. 7. A fertile deposit of windblown soil
  3. 9. This river was important to early China
  4. 10. This is the name for the pattern of the rise, decline, and replacement of dynasties
  5. 12. Under this system, nobles are given land in exchange for loyalty, service, and protection
  6. 15. This was one of the earliest and most important Shang cities
  7. 16. A large landmass that forms a distinct part of a continent
  8. 17. The Indus Valley people made tremendous technological advances in this area
Down
  1. 1. This river was important to early China
  2. 2. This river was important to early China
  3. 3. This river is important to the Indus Valley
  4. 4. These leaders overthrew the Shang dynasty
  5. 6. This is the divine authority thought to be the basis of royal authority in early Chinese culture
  6. 8. This was used by ancient Chinese priests to communicate with the gods
  7. 11. This is characterized by advanced cities, specialized workers, complex institutions, record keeping, and advanced technology
  8. 13. A wind that shifts in direction at certain times of the year
  9. 14. This river is important to the Indus Valley
  10. 16. This is the first known dynasty in China