Japan's Transformation from Feudal Society to Modern Empire

The video explores Japan's transformation from a feudal society under the Tokugawa Shogunate to a modern industrial power during the Meiji era. Initially isolated, Japan faced internal strife and external pressure from Western powers, leading to the Meiji Restoration. This period saw significant modernization, industrial growth, and territorial expansion, culminating in Japan's emergence as a world power after victories over China and Russia.

What was the policy called that prohibited foreigners from entering Japan during the Tokugawa Shogunate?

• Sakoku

• Shogunate

• Kaikoku

• Bakufu

Which Western country first initiated contact with Japan in the 19th century?

• France

• Britain

• United States

• Russia

What was the slogan of the nationalist movement that sought to restore the Emperor's power?

• Embrace the Emperor, Embrace the West

• Honor the Shogun, Reject the West

• Revere the Emperor, Expel the Barbarians

• For the Emperor, Against the West

What was one of the first actions taken by Emperor Meiji to modernize Japan?

• Legalizing Christianity

• Closing Japan to foreign trade

• Banning Western technology

• Strengthening the samurai class

Which group faced significant reductions in status and income during the Meiji reforms?

• Artisans

• Farmers

• Samurai

• Merchants

What was the primary focus of Japan's modernization efforts under Emperor Meiji?

• Preserving feudal systems

• Expanding agricultural production

• Developing industry and infrastructure

• Strengthening traditional crafts

What was the outcome of Japan's conflict with China in 1894?

• Japan became a Chinese protectorate

• Japan decisively defeated China

• China defeated Japan

• The conflict ended in a stalemate

Which territory did Japan annex in 1875?

• Manchuria

• Okinawa

• Taiwan

• Korea

What was a significant result of the Russo-Japanese War for Japan?

• Japan lost its imperial ambitions

• Japan joined the ranks of world imperial powers

• Japan withdrew from international affairs

• Japan became a Russian protectorate

How did Japan's victory over China in 1894 affect its regional status?

• It caused Japan to lose territory

• It diminished Japan's influence

• It established Japan as a regional power

• It led to Japan's isolation