Question

In both the Shang and Zhou societies, how were different regions governed?

A. Kings controlled every aspect of their own areas.


B. Noble landowners governed their own regions.

Answer 1

Noble landowners governed their own regions.

Step-by-step explanation:

Princes and nobles loyal to the Shang dynasty governed most of the land. They were likely the heads of important clans, or groups of families who claim a common ancestor.

The Zhou rewarded their supporters by granting them control over different regions.

Answer 2

My answer is A. Kings controlled every aspect of their own areas.