Question 1 of 10 How were Japan and China culturally similar in the beginning of the 19th century? A. Japan and China wanted to isolate themselves from the world in order to preserve their traditional cultures. B. Japan and China colonized other parts of Asia in order to spread the influence of their customs and beliefs. C. Japan and China welcomed Christian missionaries into their countries, hoping to westernize the religions of their countries. D. Japan and China developed highly industrialized economies that urbanized their cultures and produced social inequality.