Why was japan's foreign policy avoiding contact with europeans during the tokugawa shogunate? a. japan was growing weak. b. they wanted to limit european influence. c. japan feared rebellion of native peoples. d. they wanted to limit chinese influence.

Which of the following statements best characterizes the viewpoint of the founding fathers on religious practices? a. they were very intellectual and believed that religious practices were a sign of unintelligence. b. they believed that religious practices were personal and individual. c. they believed that religious practices individuals make better decisions. d. they believed that practicing religion strengthened the country.