In the creation myth of Japan, two gods stir the ocean with a spear-like weapon. The drops that fall from the weapon form the great islands of
Japan
Which common motif from mythology is most clearly shown in the story?
A. Explanations of nature
B. Physical transformation
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C. The dangers of arrogance
D. The hero's journey

The correct answer is

A. Explanations of nature

Explanation:

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today we'd use social media to quickly spread a controversial idea, but in the eighteenth century, the printed pamphlet was highly effective. and thomas paine took full advantage of it. on january 9, 1776, when paine published his pamphlet, "common sense," he wanted to push the american people toward independence from britain. it ultimately ignite the american revolution. thomas paine argued that the monarchy was evil and should be rejected as a form of government. to underscore his point, he cited the bible to argue his case -- in judges 8: 22-23: "the israelites said to gideon, 'rule over us, you and your son and your ' gideon told them, 'i will not rule over you. the lord will rule over you'" (nrsv).

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