Question

read this part of the selection. if japan had been part of mainland asia rather than an island nation, which of the following most likely would have occurred? a other asian countries would have learned sumo wrestling. b wrestling would not have developed anywhere in the world. c sumo wrestling would have developed differently, or the exact form it is today. d a form of wrestling would have developed that was similar to other nations versions of the sport.

right side text (partially visible): sumo wrestling comes from a society torn by natural events called at the bottom (of the page?)... japan was isolated from other cultures. these (something) of isolation led to the development of a unique (form?) of the japanese culture, and sumo is one example. while many cultures have some form of the sport of wrestling, japans version of the sport is quite different from all others.

Explanation:

The text notes that Japan's isolation led to sumo wrestling developing as a unique part of its culture, distinct from other nations' wrestling styles. If Japan were mainland Asia (not isolated), it would have more cultural exchange, so its wrestling would resemble other regional versions rather than being unique. Option A is unsupported; there's no claim other nations would ban wrestling. Option B is wrong because wrestling developed elsewhere independently. Option C is incorrect because isolation was key to sumo's exact modern form.

Answer:

D. A form of wrestling would have developed that was similar to other nations' versions of the sport.