Japan upping military spending

Japan upping military spending

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11th Grade - University

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The video discusses Japan's military advancements, including aircraft with short takeoff and vertical landing capabilities, and modifications to helicopter carriers Izumo and Kaga. It also covers Japan's plans to purchase Aegis Ashore air defense radars, Boeing KC46 Pegasus refueling planes, Northrop Grumman E-2 Hawkeye early warning planes, and Raytheon SM3 interceptor missiles to enhance defense against potential threats from North Korea.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unique capabilities do the aircraft mentioned in the video possess?

They can perform short takeoffs and vertical landings.

They can operate underwater.

They can fly at supersonic speeds.

They are equipped with laser weapons.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the names of Japan's helicopter carriers that are set to be modified?

Shokaku and Zuikaku

Akagi and Hiryu

Izumo and Kaga

Yamato and Musashi

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which type of radar system is Japan planning to purchase?

Ground-based radars

Phased array radars

Over-the-horizon radars

Aegis Ashore air defense radars

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the Boeing KC46 Pegasus planes that Japan plans to acquire?

To serve as cargo planes

To act as passenger planes

To conduct surveillance missions

To provide aerial refueling

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is Japan considering the purchase of Raytheon SM3 interceptor missiles?

To increase its space exploration efforts

To defend against potential threats from North Korea

To improve its air-to-air combat abilities

To enhance its naval capabilities