WorksheetsJapan and the Koreas
Total questions: 45
Worksheet time: 10mins
What was the main purpose of the Kanagawa Treaty negotiated by Matthew C. Perry?
To end trade between the United States and Japan
To start a military alliance between the United States and Japan
To open diplomatic and trade relations between the United States and Japan
To declare war on Japan
What term is used to describe the approach Matthew C. Perry used which emphasized the military force of America?
Diplomatic Negotiation
Gunboat Diplomacy
Peaceful Trade
Economic Sanctions
What policy did Japan historically operate under which prohibited contact with most outside countries?
Expansionism
Isolationism
Imperialism
Federalism
Which countries were exceptions to Japan's historical policy of isolationism?
China, Korea, and the Netherlands
United States, Britain, and Russia
India, Germany, and Brazil
France, Italy, and Spain
What years did the Meiji Restoration take place?
1853-1867
1868-1912
1871-1900
1901-1920
What was the primary goal of the Meiji Restoration?
To isolate Japan from foreign influences
To modernize and Westernize Japan
To restore ancient Japanese traditions
To expand Japan's territorial claims
Who were the main leaders of the Meiji Restoration?
Elderly government officials
Mostly young samurai and a few influential noblemen
Foreign advisors from the West
Religious leaders
What motivated the leaders of the Meiji Restoration?
Desire for economic profit
Growing domestic problems and the threat of foreign encroachment
Interest in promoting cultural arts
Pressure from neighboring countries
What role did the emperor assume after the Meiji Restoration?
He became a figurehead with no real power
He was exiled to maintain peace
He was elevated to the head of state for legitimacy and as a unifying symbol
He led military expeditions to expand the empire
What was the top national priority during the Meiji Restoration in Japan?
To establish a national constitution and parliament
To revise unequal treaties with the West
To catch up with the West in every aspect of civilization
To expand territorially
Which of the following was NOT one of the three main goals of the Meiji Restoration?
Industrialization
Establishing a national religion
External expansion
Establishing a national constitution and parliament
What aspect of modernization was specifically targeted by Japan's goal of external expansion during the Meiji Restoration?
Economic
Military
Technological
Cultural
Why did Japan feel the need to revise the unequal treaties with the West during the Meiji Restoration?
To gain tariff rights
To improve agricultural techniques
To reduce foreign influence in politics
To promote cultural exchanges
What was one of the major outcomes of the Meiji Restoration by the early 20th century?
Japan remained isolated from the Western world.
Japan became a modern industrialized country.
Japan's traditional samurai class regained power.
Japan decreased its international trade significantly.
How did Japan's status change in the international community after the Meiji Restoration?
Japan lost respect in the eyes of the Western world.
Japan became less influential on the international scene.
Japan gained respect as a major world power.
Japan's cultural influence declined globally.
What does the "Showa" dynasty, led by Emperor Hirohito, mean in English?
Power and Authority
Peace and Enlightenment
War and Victory
Honor and Duty
What was Emperor Hirohito's role during World War II?
Prime Minister of Japan
Military General
Leader of Japan
Economic Advisor
What was one of the first major events during Emperor Hirohito's rule in 1937 related to China?
The signing of a peace treaty
The invasion of China for land and natural resources
The establishment of a new capital
The formation of an alliance with China
By early 1945, what was the stance of Hirohito and his advisors regarding Japan's position in World War II?
They sought peace negotiations
They continued to expand
They refused to surrender
They surrendered unconditionally
What was the immediate consequence of the Pearl Harbor attack for the United States?
Declaring war on Japan and entering WWII
Signing a peace treaty with Japan
Ignoring the attack
Negotiating with Japan for reparations
What significant action did the United States take against Japan in August 1945 during WWII?
They signed a peace treaty with Japan.
They dropped an atomic bomb on Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
They invaded the main islands of Japan.
They cut off all diplomatic relations with Japan.
What was Emperor Hirohito's response to the devastation caused by the atomic bombs in 1945?
He decided to continue fighting.
He called for immediate attacks on U.S. bases.
He announced the surrender of Japan over the radio.
He resigned from his position.
What was the primary objective of the Manhattan Project during World War II?
To develop radar technology
To create the atomic bomb
To intercept enemy communications
To train pilots for air raids
What was the status of Japan towards the end of World War II, before the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki?
Japan was expanding its territory
Japan had surrendered
Japan was continuing to fight despite facing defeat
Japan had formed an alliance with Germany and Italy
What was the immediate consequence of the atomic bombings on Japan in terms of Japan's military status?
Japan increased its military activities
Japan continued the war for several more months
Japan announced their unconditional surrender
Japan sought assistance from Germany
What role did the US play in Japan after the war according to the image?
The US declared war on Japan
The US provided no assistance to Japan
The US helped Japan recover by providing aid and helped write a democratic constitution
The US isolated Japan from international affairs
What group of people are considered the lowest classes in Feudal Japan?
Shoguns
Samurai
Merchants/Peasants
Daimyos
This is the code samurai warriors followed
Hammurabi Code
Bushido Code
Seppuku Code
Yamato Code
Who is considered the most powerful person in Feudal Japan?
Shogun
Samurai
Emperor
Daimyo
Who is considered a puppet ruler?
Shoguns
Samurai
Daimyos
Emperors
What will influence Japanese writing, buildings, and religion?
Trade with China
Travel to Russia
Fishing for food
Christianity
The knights in Medieval Europe are the same as _______________ in Medieval Japan ?
Emperor
Samurai
Daimyo
Shoguns
Definition:
A social and political system that provided protection through a stable social pyramid.
feudalism
aristocracy
democracy
meritocracy
After the 1100s, the _ had the most power
daimyo
emperor
shogun
samurai
Feudalism is...
electing officials to important government jobs
the exchange of land for labor and loyalty
how much money someone has
a traditional religion
During the Meiji Restoration, what significant change occurred in the structure of the Japanese government?
The emperor was removed from power
The shogunate system was abolished
A democratic government was established
The samurai class took over the government
What was a major consequence of Commodore Perry's expedition to Japan in 1853?
Japan closed its borders to all foreign nations
Japan signed the Treaty of Kanagawa, opening ports to the U.S.
Japan declared war on the United States
Japan shifted its capital from Kyoto to Tokyo
Korea was divided into how many parts?
1
2
3
4
The border between North and South Korea is at the _____ parallel.
40th
21st
9th
38th
North Korea had a/an _____ government.
democratic
capitalist
communist
monarchy
AFTER World War II, America disagreed with which country (and former ally)?
Soviet Union (Russia)
Britain
France
Italy
Who was put in charge of the American forces in Korea and even wanted to use the atomic bomb against China?
John Bassilone
Douglas MacArthur
Harry Truman
Richard Nixon
North Korea was supported by ________________, which has a _________________ government.
Soviet Union/communist
Soviet Union/democratic
U.S.A./communist
U.S.A./democratic
South Korea was supported by ________________ which has a _________________ government.
Soviet Union/communist
Soviet Union/democratic
U.S.A./communist
U.S.A./democratic
