Which of the following best describes the relationship between Japanese and Chinese culture beginning in the third century C.E.?
A. Though the Japanese were eager to adopt many aspects of Chinese culture and society, they eventually developed their own distinct blend of Japanese and Chinese culture.
B. Because of its relative isolation, Japan developed independently of China.
C. In an effort to distinguish themselves from China, Japan's elites rejected all forms of Chinese civilization.
D. Japan was a type of cultural satellite of China, and its elites slavishly copied all aspects of Chinese art and culture.
Answer: A
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