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5. This is the name of an Indus Valley civilization
7. A fertile deposit of windblown soil
9. This river was important to early China
10. This is the name for the pattern of the rise, decline, and replacement of dynasties
12. Under this system, nobles are given land in exchange for loyalty, service, and protection
15. This was one of the earliest and most important Shang cities
16. A large landmass that forms a distinct part of a continent
17. The Indus Valley people made tremendous technological advances in this area

1. This river was important to early China
2. This river was important to early China
3. This river is important to the Indus Valley
4. These leaders overthrew the Shang dynasty
6. This is the divine authority thought to be the basis of royal authority in early Chinese culture
8. This was used by ancient Chinese priests to communicate with the gods
11. This is characterized by advanced cities, specialized workers, complex institutions, record keeping, and advanced technology
13. A wind that shifts in direction at certain times of the year
14. This river is important to the Indus Valley
16. This is the first known dynasty in China