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AICE International-Chapter 1.3 - Japan Emerging as a World Power

Total questions: 29

Worksheet time: 15mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Commodore Matthew Perry’s visits to Japan in 1853 and 1854 resulted in the

a)

colonization of Japan by the United States

b)

transfer of spheres of influence to China

c)

introduction of Christianity to Japanese society

d)

opening of trade and diplomatic relations with Japan

2.

One effect of industrialization on Meiji Japan was that it

a)

strengthened the power of the Shogunate

b)

decreased the level of pollution

c)

modernized transportation

d)

increased the number of small farms

3.

Japan’s increased foreign trade during the Meiji Restoration was closely related to its

a)

need to maintain a traditional society

b)

desire for a modern industrialized society

c)

colonization by Western nations

d)

encouragement of foreign investment

4.

One reason for Japan’s rapid industrialization during the Meiji Restoration was that Japan had

a)

rejected Western ideas

b)

used its access to the sea for fishing

c)

relied on traditional isolationist policies

d)

reformed its political and economic systems

5.

Emperor Meiji promoted what in Japan?

a)

isolation and nationalism

b)

capitalism and democracy

c)

revolution and absolutism

d)

reform and modernization

6.

What was one impact of industrialization on Japan during the Meiji Restoration?

a)

Japan became more isolated from world affairs

b)

Demand for natural resources increased

c)

Japan became a colonial possession of China

d)

Traditional practices of Bushido were reintroduced

7.

In the years following the Meiji Restoration in Japan and the unification of Germany in the 19th century, both nations experienced

a)

an increase in military production and strengthened military forces

b)

a reduction in tensions with neighboring nations

c)

a restructuring of government that included popularly elected monarchs

d)

a decrease in the reliance on industrialization and trade

8.

The Meiji Restoration in Japan was prompted in part by

a)

a fear that Japan would be colonized by western nations

b)

the failure of Japanese expansion

c)

the Shogun’s conversion to Christianity

d)

a desire to stay isolated

9.

During the first Sino-Japanese war, China and Japan competed for control of______________.

a)

Russia.

b)

China.

c)

Korea.

10.

What policy did the Tokugawa Shogunate take towards Europeans?

a)

Isolationism

b)

Devshirme

c)

Chivalry

d)

Nihilism

11.
The theory that it was natural for stronger nations to dominate weaker ones is known as   
a)
Berlin Conference
b)
Social Darwinism
c)
Sphere of Influence
d)
Scramble for Africa
12.

The Meiji Restoration included all of the following EXCEPT:

a)

ending feudalism

b)

modernization of the military

c)

absolute rule

d)

the military defeat of the USA

13.
The Meiji Restoration in Japan was a response to...
a)
nationalism and imperialistic threats
b)
isolationism
c)
converting to Christianity
d)
socialism and the cottage industry
14.
What was a result of Japan's earliest interactions with Europeans?
a)
Japan traded and embraced cultural diffusion with the Europeans.
b)
Japan invited foreigners to share their political ideas.
c)
Japan sent representatives to foreign countries.
d)
Japan adopted a policy of isolationism.
15.
Which European country did Japan defeat in war in the early years of the 20th century?
a)
Germany
b)
Britain
c)
France
d)
Russia
16.

What years was the Russo Japanese War?

a)

1904-1905

b)

1900

c)

1908-1910

d)

1910

17.

Japan and Russia fought over Manchuria and the Korean Peninsula.

a)

True

b)

False

18.

In the 1500s Europe began to send traders to Japan. Missionaries were also sent to convert people to Christianity. Japan feared losing their culture so they became _____________ in the early 1600s.

a)

Opened

b)

Isolated

c)

Attacked

d)

Allied

19.

The Sino-Japanese War (the fight for the control of Korea) was a war between Japan and

a)

USA

b)

Russia

c)

China

d)

Vietnam

20.

In which wars were the Chinese defeated by Britain in 1839 and 1856?

a)

Sino-Japanese War

b)

Russo-Japanese War

c)

Boxer Rebellion

d)

Opium Wars

e)

Taiping Rebellion

21.

Fro 1185-1868, who had the political power in Japan?

a)

The Daumyo

b)

The Emperor

c)

The Shogun

d)

The Samurai

22.

What was a shogun?

a)

viewed only as" god on Earth" with no real power

b)

educated military class

c)

feudal landlords

d)

a military leader that held power as a hereditary dictator

23.

What document presented by the emperor in 1868, showed the emperor's commitment to transforming Japan into a modern nation state? (Hint, this was in the Meiji Packet you did in class)

a)

Treaty of Kanagawa

b)

The Meiji Constitution

c)

The Charter Oath

d)

Boxer Protocol

24.

Read the Charter Oath (see document attached to the reading). Which article reflects the Enlightenment principle of citizen participation in government?

a)

1 & 2

b)

4 & 5

c)

3

d)

5

25.

Read the Charter Oath. Which article reverse the idea that people must only work certain jobs ?

a)

1

b)

2

c)

4

d)

3

e)

5

26.

Which article of the Charter Oath are similar to Enlightenment ideas of reason, science and progress?

a)

3

b)

2

c)

4 & 5

d)

2 & 3

27.

Japan forced China out of ____ during the Sino-Japanese War.

a)

Manchuria

b)

Korea

c)

Russia

d)

Philippines

28.

During the Meiji Restoration, what factors contributed to Japan's rapid industrialization?

a)

Isolation from foreign influence, reliance on traditional methods, lack of government support, and a shortage of skilled workers.

b)

Government support and policies, adoption of Western technology and knowledge, investment in infrastructure, and a skilled and disciplined workforce.

c)

Emphasis on agriculture, limited access to resources, lack of infrastructure development, and resistance to Western ideas.

d)

Political instability, economic recession, lack of technological advancements, and a weak education system.

29.

What were the major outcomes of the Sino-Japanese War?

a)

The major outcomes of the Sino-Japanese War were the establishment of a military alliance between China and Japan, the division of Taiwan between China and Japan, and the recognition of China's sovereignty over Korea.

b)

The major outcomes of the Sino-Japanese War were the annexation of Taiwan by China, the establishment of a puppet government in Korea by Japan, and the signing of a peace treaty between China and Japan.

c)

The major outcomes of the Sino-Japanese War were the recognition of China's sovereignty over Taiwan, the establishment of a military alliance between China and Korea, and the loss of influence for Japan in the region.

d)

The major outcomes of the Sino-Japanese War were the Treaty of Shimonoseki, which ceded Taiwan and the Pescadores Islands to Japan, the recognition of Korea's independence, and the loss of influence for China in the region.