I don't think so. Were they near an ocean where they would have developed technology to use the seas? Check your text materials, or read more here:
http://www.bing.com/search?q=shang+dynasty&form=EDGHPC&qs=PF&cvid=83c1f85af9384a5ab32cca035f7a9004&pq=shang%20dynasty
What is the most likely explanation for why the Shang had little interaction with non-Chinese cultures?
They were unable to travel upon the Yellow River.
They were surrounded by higher plains and mountains to the north and west.********
They were not aware of the other cultures existing nearby.
They were unable to use the seas to establish trade with others due to lack of technology.
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