HIST 120 Study Guide - Quiz Guide: Fu Hao, Wu Ding, Zhou Dynasty
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Wu ding and lady hao (fu hao)- king wu ding reigned from 1250-1200 bce during the shang dynasty (1600-1045 bce). He consulted his ancestors and the gods often. Fu hao (lived around 1200 bce) was wu dings most favored wife (was one of 64 consorts to the shang king). Fu hao"s tomb was the first intact tomb discovered, consisted of 3 ivory carvings, >500 bone hairpins, 500 jade pieces, bronze pieces, 130 bronze weapons and 7,000 cowry shells (money). Anyang- consisted of the shang and the zhou. Fu hao"s tomb was the first intact tomb discovered at anyang. Oracle bone inscriptions- the kings, especially the zhou king, consulted their ancestors and the gods on every matter that arose in court. Oracle bones were placed in a fire and the bones were left to crack. After they cracked, the diviners interpreted the cracks to see what advice the gods had given.
