Question

Which of the following is the best explains how Japan lived under isolation?

Japan continued to learn new technology through resources brought in by a
handful of approved traders
Japan was similar to China in that it fell behind the technology improvements
that happened in Europe
Japan encouraged its people to go to other civilizations and to return to share
the new knowledge

Answer 1

Which of the following best describes how Japan changed from an isolation society to a world power?

Which of the following best describes how Japan changed from an isolationist society to a world power? Japan's industrialization enabled it to build modern warships and weaponry.Japan's isolation came to an end in 1853 when Commodore Matthew Perry of the United States Navy, commanding a squadron of two steam ships and two sailing vessels, sailed into Tokyo harbor. He sought to force Japan to end their isolation and open their ports to trade with U.S merchant ships.It negotiated treaties that gave it influence over nearby nations. It had a large military force despite poor training and equipment. It did not have to fight the majority of US forces. It enjoyed popular support in US territories in the South Pacific.