1) In a couple of sentences explore how does the environment where a religion is formed impact the stories that are told? In particular how does this happen in the creation story of Japan. length 1

1) In a couple of sentences explore how does the environment where a religion is formed impact the stories that are told?  In particular how does this happen in the creation story of Japan.  

length 150 words

2) Response (1 paragraph):  Follow up assignment to our "Field Trip" to the Shinto Temple.  Considering what you viewed, what struck you as you moved through the visit, what grabbed your attention?

length 250 words  

3) You will search for or take a picture of a portal from one place to another.  Posting these pictures to the discussion board.  Pictures will be used for our class discussions.