The correct answers are:
1. <em>Buddhism; </em>
Buddhism is the biggest religion in China, and East Asia as a region. It has by far the most followers, and is considered as one of the world's big religions. Even though there are other religions/teachings/philosophies that are practiced in the region, like Confucianism, Taoism, and Shintoism, still the Buddhism is the leader in the region.
2. <em>Shinto; </em>
Unlike the Buddhism and Hinduism, the Shintoism is a religion that has a core group of sacred scriptures. It is a religion/teaching that has it basis in Japan, where pretty much all of its followers live, and it is by far the most dominant religion/teaching among the Japanese population.
The Danube, which is the second-longest river in Europe. The Loire, which flows through France and splits the country midway. The Elbe, which flows through Germany and the Czech Republic and links popular destinations. The Rhine, which streams 766 miles to the Netherlands and ends in the North Sea. The Volga, which is the longest river in Europe.
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