Answer:
Through military attacks and threats.
Explanation:
The European nations such as Britain, France, Germany, and Russia were able to take control of China through spheres of influence by using "military attacks and threats and in turn to sign unequal treaties and long term land leases.
Starting from the late 19th century to the early 20th century, France took over the sphere in Southwest China, Germany took Shandong Province, Russian took the northern part of the Great wall, while Britain tool over the whole Yangtze River valley
Answer:
Population distribution determines in large part the cultural landscape.
Explanation:
For example, regions with high population density tend to have a cultural landscape that is characterized by being urban, or by having many towns in a relatively small land area. In these places, culture also tends to be more dynamic, because there is more human interaction.
On the other hand, regions with low population density are characterized by a rural landscape that is sparsely populated. These areas also tend to be more culturally closed, and they are less dynamic as well, because of lesser human interaction.