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Ancient China: The Mandate of Heaven and Dynastic Rule
Explain how the Mandate of Heaven justified political authority and moral governance in early Chinese dynasties.
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Ancient Civilizations and Early Legal Traditions
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Explain how river valley civilizations established early codes of law, social hierarchies, and organized governance.
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C1.2.3Washington Social Studies Standards · 7th GradeExplain some basic functions (establish order, provide security, accomplish common goals) of local government
C1.5.4Washington Social Studies Standards · 7th GradeIdentify the beliefs, experiences, perspectives, and values that underlie their own and others’ points of view about civic issues.