Explanation
The Merrimack entered into battle against the wooden Union ships at Hampton Roads. The Union cannons fired shot after shot at the Merrimack with no success. The cannonballs bounced right off. The Merrimack then took aim at the Union ship the USS Cumberland. It smashed its iron ram right into the side of the ship. The Cumberland sunk. Then the Merrimack went after the USS Minnesota, damaging the ship and forcing it to ground. After hours of fighting, the Merrimack returned to Norfolk for the night.
This excerpt is a good expression of the ambivalence the author feels about the heavy influence European culture has on the Japanese culture. This ambivalence comes from the newer version of the Japanese life where European influences exist but the Japanese "ingredients" are still used. The text shows that he is content by having this new standard but sees a discontentment on the altered culture.
The Great Wave, released in 1830, is a painting that presents both European and Japanese characteristics.
I think it’s A! Because, internet connection was made in 1983! (Sorry if the answer is wrong!)
Answer:
Listing of prices ending in 9,99 or 95 is used to make products appear cheaper that they really are. As we are accustomed of reading from left to right they register the first number and then make an immediate conclusion about the price. Several studies about sales tell that even 1 cent difference in the prices ending in .99 and .00 can have tremendous effect on the sales.
The same marketing strategy would be used to list a $8.00 item for $7.99.
