Discussion Question 2

Unit 4.2 Discussion: Ancient Japan

Discuss with your classmates the influence of China on the political and religious development of Japan during the first millennium CE. Debate which influence you believe to be the most important in shaping the culture of Japan. In your debate, explain if this influence had a positive or negative effect on Japan's development and society. Make sure to provide specific examples to support your position. When responding to your classmates, include new, additional research to support or disprove their position. Make sure to use proper APA format for all citations provided and include a reference list for the citations you use.