Answer:How did the Shang Dynasty create the foundation for china's growth? The Shang Dynasty ruled for nearly 600 years and set China's path toward advances in mathematics, astronomy, artwork, and military technology. Being the first dynasty (as far as we know at least) they set the culture for the rest of China's future.
Why was the Mandate of Heaven important to early Chinese culture? The Mandate of Heaven was the idea that the gods/spirits gave the emperor and his dynasty the right and power to rule. In Chinese honor codes if it was seen that the emperor or his family disgraced themselves they would lose the Mandate of Heaven and therefore the right to rule.
How was Confucius important to early Chinese civilization?
Confucius was born and lived through an age between dynasties in the midst of one of China's many wars. He spent his days learning rather than fighting. Over time he managed to write several books about he and all others could maintain the peace with "self checking". His books and beliefs spread so that many others followed his footsteps. Confucianism became part of the people's honor codes and set the way for future dynasties, governments, and advancements. Confucianism was not a religion but rather an ideology.
For the first question just answer truthfully some facts about China you know off the top of your head, as that seems to be what the question is asking.