Why did the Japanese traditional elite fear the growth of Buddhism in Japan?
a. They felt their political power would by undermined by religious ideals.
b. Buddhism was a foreign intrusion and would affect Japanese imperial rites.
c. It would disturb the traditional Shinto ideology.
d. It did not support their social status and threatened their economic stability.
b
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A. a split into two different Hebrew kingdoms, Judah and Israel B. a complete collapse of Hebrew society C. overthrow by the Egyptians D. a period known as the Dark Ages E. destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem
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A) private ownership B) state regulation C) closed markets D) fixed prices
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A. navigation rights on the Mississippi. B. ownership of Cuba. C. the boundaries of Texas. D. illegal trade with Spanish colonies.