Japanese soldiers in Manchuria in 1931

The transcript describes how a fabricated incident was used as a pretext for a skirmish with Chinese troops, leading to the annexation of Manchuko as a puppet state dominated by Japan.

What was the nature of the incident that led to further actions?

• A natural disaster

• A genuine conflict

• A diplomatic agreement

• A fabricated event

What was the immediate consequence of the fabricated incident?

• A cultural exchange

• An economic sanction

• A skirmish with Chinese troops

• A peace treaty

Which region was annexed following the skirmish?

• Korea

• Taiwan

• Manchuko

• Hong Kong

Under whose control was Manchuko established as a puppet state?

• Korean

• Russian

• Japanese

• Chinese

What was the strategic purpose of establishing Manchuko as a puppet state?

• To promote cultural exchange

• To expand Japanese influence

• To create a trade hub

• To establish a neutral zone