•the location of the islands limits the number of outside influences, protects the people, and has create a sea-based society. • the volcanic, mountainous nature of the islands has given the people a unique perspective on life. • due to poor farmland and few natural resources, the population developed the ability to do a great deal with very little. • a relative lack of space has forced the people to cooperate closely to survive. the list above describes the role of geography in the development of a. indonesian traditions. b. chinese civilization. c. korean customs. d. japanese culture.