Question

The Japanese formed the ___ to create one large entity of oriental nations free from foreign (Western) influence.

A) Alliance of Asians for Asia

B) Chinese Common Interest Pact

C) Greater East Asia Co-Prosperity Sphere

D) Western Pacific Treaty Organization

Answer 1

C) Greater East Asia Co-Prosperity Sphere

Step-by-step explanation:

The phrase Greater East Asia co-Prosperity Sphere was first used by a Kyoto school philosopher named Kiyoshi Miki, who was opposed to military aggression. Started with the aim to free Asia from European influence, gradually its meaning changed merging with the Japanese nationalism which used it to acquire more resources and justify their imperialist policies.