Japanese Prime Minister Lifts The Rest Of His State Of Emergency Order

Prime Minister Abiy Shinso lifted the state of emergency in Tokyo and four other prefectures, initially imposed in mid-April. The emergency did not enforce a lockdown but allowed governors to encourage social distancing and temporary closures of schools and nonessential businesses. Public transit and essential services continued. Originally set to end on May 31st, the order was lifted early in some areas due to a slowed infection rate. Despite this, the economic revitalization minister advised residents to remain in their home prefectures until the end of May.

What action did Prime Minister Abiy Shinso take regarding the state of emergency in Tokyo and four other prefectures?

• He increased restrictions on public transit.

• He lifted the state of emergency.

• He extended the state of emergency.

• He imposed a strict lockdown.

What were governors authorized to do under the state of emergency?

• Close all public transit systems.

• Encourage social distancing and staying at home.

• Enforce a complete lockdown.

• Ban all supermarket operations.

Which services continued to operate during the state of emergency?

• Only essential medical services

• Public transit, banks, and supermarkets

• All businesses and public services

• Schools and nonessential businesses

When was the state of emergency originally set to end?

• April 15th

• July 1st

• June 15th

• May 31st

Why did the Prime Minister begin lifting the state of emergency earlier than planned?

• To boost tourism

• Due to a significant increase in infection rates

• Because of public protests

• As the infection rate had slowed down