Pupils can demonstrate their understanding of social hierarchy during the Shang Dynasty in this UKS2 What Was Life Like for Ordinary People during the Shang Dynasty? Worksheet. To engage a range of learners, there are three ways this worksheet can be used and these are indicated in the footer of the resource. Children will consider how each social group contributed to the dynasty's economy, order them based on their importance and explain what an ancient artefact can tell historians about this topic.

The resource is a great way to see if pupils understand the historical concept of change and continuity. It links to the the fourth lesson of a six-lesson block and compliments the UKS2 What Was Life Like for Ordinary People during the Shang Dynasty? PowerPoint.