Need 35 through 39 i don't really understand this

Why did the meiji reformers want to modernize japan a) to colonize weaker nations in south east asia b) to allow western nations to protect them and treat negotiation c) to compete with the economics and military of western nations d) to replace additional prices with weston culture

Which of these is an edge city? boston, ma chicago, il irvine, ca detroit, mi

Which of the following elements is not typical of an advanced society? a. cities b. science c. industries d. and nomadic lifestyle