Economics and Government of East Asiaa

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes a mixed market economy?

• An economy controlled entirely by the government

• An economy with only private enterprises

• A combination of private enterprise and government involvement

• An economy with no government involvement

Open Ended

Why do you think it is important to study the economics and government systems of East Asia?

Open Ended

How does the structure of Japan's government, with its 47 prefectures and elected officials, help ensure that local needs are addressed?

Multiple Choice

What are the responsibilities of the members of Japan's prefectures and local governments?

• Providing education and social services, and maintaining local infrastructure

• Making national laws

• Managing international relations

• Controlling the military

Open Ended

After learning about the economics and government of East Asia, what questions do you still have or what would you like to learn more about?

Multiple Choice

How does a mixed market differ from a representative democracy in terms of government involvement?

• A mixed market involves both private enterprise and government, while a representative democracy is a type of government where people are elected to represent others.

• A mixed market is only controlled by the government, while a representative democracy is only controlled by private enterprise.

• A mixed market and a representative democracy are the same thing.

• A mixed market is a type of democracy, while a representative democracy is a type of economy.