The Mediterranean Sea would be correct.
Answer: US forced the opening of Japan by signing the treaty of Kanagawa, a factor that influenced the acceleration of the disintegration of the feudal system.
Japan only opened its economy to the west after a long Meiji dynasty, in which it took measures for the industrialization and modernization of the country, such as the creation of infrastructure, such as railroads and ports, and the installation of production goods.
Firms spend money and time to advertise to showcase their product among the competition.
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Advertisement is a form of communication between a seller of goods/services and the consumer. It allows individuals to bring their goods/services in public eye, awarding them of the existence of the said goods/services.
Firms spend a lot of time and money on advertising because it is one of the most effective ways to increase sales and potential customers. It allows firms to expand their market area. As the area expands, so does the base of their audience and hence, more people learn about its existence. An effective advertisement requires time and money so that it looks more attractive and compelling among the competition.
Here are my thoughts and responses as to what I come to know for these civilizations' achievements. I even checked my World History notes from last year...
1. Egyptians
2. Sumerians
3. Phoenicians
4. -This is debatable... We could argue early caveman or Sumerians made it, depends on what resource, textbook, or class material you are deriving this from. Maybe Hebrew because they developed Monotheism, belief in one deity.
5. Hittites
6. This is very difficult to elaborate on. Many civilizations had very strikingly similar achievements and reviewing my notes, I can't find anything to give an absolute civilization responsible for this. You'll have to guess.
7. Babylonian?
Sorry I couldn't help with #4, 6, and 7 that well. It's very difficult to answer.
