Why do most Japanese people live near the coastlines? Select the two correct answers.
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Responses
The mountainous terrain makes farming difficult.
The mountainous terrain makes farming difficult.
Volcanic eruptions make most of Japan unlivable.
Volcanic eruptions make most of Japan unlivable.
Coastal locations are easier to defend from invasion.
Coastal locations are easier to defend from invasion.
Japan relies on the sea for much of its food supply.
Japan relies on the sea for much of its food supply.
Japan's traditional protector was a sea goddess.
The two correct answers from the options provided as to why most Japanese people live near the coastlines are:
1. The mountainous terrain makes farming difficult.
Japan is a country with rugged terrain; about 73% of its land is mountainous. This makes large-scale agriculture and urban development challenging in many interior regions. Flatter, coastal areas are more suitable for farming and can support larger populations.
2. Japan relies on the sea for much of its food supply.
Japan has historically been a maritime nation, with the sea playing a vital role in its food supply, culture, and economy. The coastal areas offer access to marine resources, and fishing is an important industry. Proximity to the sea enables easy access to a variety of seafood, which is a staple of the Japanese diet.