Paris Peace Conference and Japan's Role

The transcript discusses the challenges faced during the Paris Peace Conference, highlighting how different national leaders had their own agendas. Wilson, representing the U.S., struggled to persuade others. Japan, despite its significant contributions to the war, felt ignored and disrespected by the Allied leaders, leading to its alienation from Western powers. This alienation contributed to Japan's belief in gaining respect through military strength.

What was a major challenge Wilson faced at the Paris Peace Conference?

• Convincing national leaders who had their own agendas

• Finding a suitable venue for the conference

• Dealing with a lack of resources

• Managing internal conflicts within the United States

What was the outcome of the prolonged negotiations at the Paris Peace Conference?

• All countries reached a unanimous decision

• Japan was given a leading role

• The talks fell apart

• A successful peace treaty was signed

What was Japan's primary goal at the Paris Peace Conference?

• To withdraw from international politics

• To be treated equally

• To gain control over new territories

• To form a new alliance

How did the Allied leaders treat Japan during the conference?

• They completely ignored Japan

• They gave Japan a prominent role

• They invited Japan to lead the discussions

• They offered Japan financial compensation

What was the ultimate insult for Japan at the Paris Peace Conference?

• Being forced to pay reparations

• Being asked to leave the conference

• Being excluded from the negotiations

• Being given a minor role

What was a consequence of Japan's alienation from the Western powers?

• Japan formed a new alliance with the United States

• Japan withdrew from international affairs

• Japan decided to focus on economic growth

• Japan believed respect could be gained through military means

What belief did Japan develop as a result of the Paris Peace Conference?

• That economic power was the key to influence

• That diplomacy was the only way to gain respect

• That military strength was necessary for respect

• That isolationism was the best policy