Which ancient civilization pioneered the first known form of retail 'advertising slogan' by having merchants chant rhythmic phrases about their products in marketplaces?

Before modern retail technology, ancient civilizations developed sophisticated systems for commerce and trade. Their innovative approaches to marketing, customer experiences, and payment systems laid the groundwork for today's retail practices. Test your knowledge about how ancient merchants attracted customers, displayed their wares, and created memorable shopping experiences in the bustling marketplaces of antiquity.

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Ancient Egyptians, who had specialized 'market criers' that used poetic verses to announce new shipments of goods arriving via the Nile
Ancient Romans, who employed professional 'praecones' (announcers) to create catchy phrases promoting products in the Forum's marketplace
Ancient Chinese merchants of the Han Dynasty, who created musical jingles to differentiate their silk and spice offerings
Ancient Mayans, who developed theatrical performances with memorable slogans to promote their marketplace goods during festival days