Japanese citizens vote in first free elections in 1946

The transcript discusses the election of new government officials in Japan post-WWII. The Supreme Allied High Command, led by General Douglas MacArthur, ensured that candidates were not associated with the previous war government. MacArthur emphasized the need for new leadership to facilitate Japan's rebirth.

What was certain about the future of the lower House of the Diet?

• A new set of officials would be elected.

• It would remain unchanged.

• It would be dissolved.

• It would be led by the same officials.

What was the role of the Supreme Allied High Command in the election process?

• They funded the candidates.

• They campaigned for the candidates.

• They inspected the candidates.

• They organized the election.

Who was not allowed to run for office in the new government?

• Anyone associated with the Japanese war government.

• Anyone who had lived abroad.

• Anyone over the age of 60.

• Anyone without a college degree.

What was General Douglas MacArthur's stance on the new government?

• He opposed any changes.

• He wanted new leadership to emerge.

• He was indifferent to the changes.

• He wanted to maintain the old leadership.

What was the ultimate goal of the new government according to General MacArthur?

• To strengthen military power.

• To increase trade with the Allies.

• To undertake the rebirth of Japan.

• To expand Japan's territory.