Japan's East-Asian Co-Prosperity Sphere

What was the primary goal of the East-Asian Co-Prosperity Sphere according to Japan?

• To promote European colonial rule

• To unite Asian countries and eliminate European colonial rule

• To isolate Japan from the rest of Asia

• To establish a democratic government in Asia

Which country did Japan invade and rename as Manchukuo?

• Korea

• Vietnam

• Manchuria

• Thailand

What slogan did Japan use to promote the East-Asian Co-Prosperity Sphere?

• "Unity in Diversity"

• "Asia for the Asiatics!"

• "Peace and Prosperity"

• "One World, One Dream"

Which of the following was a major reason for Japan's interest in Indonesia?

• Its strategic location

• Its rich oil supplies

• Its cultural heritage

• Its large population

What was the purpose of Japan's propaganda campaign in the Co-Prosperity Sphere?

• To promote European languages

• To depict happy images of Asians working together in unity

• To discourage learning Japanese culture

• To show the superiority of Western culture

Which city was captured by Japan during their expansion into China, resulting in widespread atrocities?

• Beijing

• Nanjing

• Hong Kong

• Guangzhou

How long did Japan occupy Korea?

• From 1910 until the end of World War II

• From 1931 to 1945

• From 1920 to 1940

• From 1900 to 1950

What was one of the tactics used by Japan to promote Japanese culture in occupied territories?

• Building real Japanese neighborhoods

• Establishing a network of film companies to produce Japanese-language movies

• Encouraging the use of local languages

• Promoting Western fashion

Which of the following countries was NOT mentioned as a target of Japan's propaganda leaflets?

• Philippines

• Singapore

• Malaysia

• India

What historical context might have influenced Japan's desire for expansion?

• Japan's previous experience as a colonial power

• Japan's victimization by colonialism

• Japan's alliance with European countries

• Japan's isolationist policies