US Secretary of State James Byrnes testifies before Senate Foreign Relations Committee in Washington, DC

The transcript discusses the military union of political factions against Japan and the goal of a united and democratic China. It highlights the consistent policy stance among officials, clarifies the policy regarding Marines in China, and discusses the support from presidents and secretaries of state. The issue of making policy public is also addressed.

What was the primary purpose of forming a military union among the seven political factions?

• To combat Japan

• To establish a new government

• To gain international recognition

• To increase economic power

What is the long-term goal mentioned in the first section?

• To develop a strong, united, and democratic China

• To expand military influence in Asia

• To form alliances with Western countries

• To increase trade with Japan

Who shared a consistent policy stance according to the second section?

• Mr. Hurley, the State Department, the President, and the Secretary of State

• The President and the Secretary of Defense

• The Congress and the Senate

• Mr. Hurley and the military

What was Mr. Hurley's objection regarding the policy?

• The policy lacked support from the military

• The policy was too aggressive

• The policy was not made public

• The policy was outdated

How many presidents supported Mr. Hurley in executing the policy?

• One

• Four

• Two

• Three