What events caused the nation to break apart?

What are objects called that have value in and of themselves as well as value as a means of exchange? custom commodity money currency simple money

What were some characteristics of the yamato culture select all that apply a. it was a very weak empire with little knowledge of trade b. it believed its people were descended from kami the sun goddess c. it allowed woman to hold positions of power d. it developed technologies that improved life and increased trade e. its leader tokugawa brought peace to japan

New communication technologies, improved transportation, and advanced military weapons made it possible for countries to speed up acquiring territory. rule large amounts of territory. fight off competition from opposing nations. expand their economies, which aided in conguest.