In order to discourage Japan from expanding its empire in East Asia and the Pacific, the United States:A.placed economic sanctions on Japanese assets and stopped exporting oil to Japan.B.announced that it would declare war on Japan if it attacked any of its neighbors.C.used its navy to blockade Japanese ports and prevent warships from leaving Japan.D.organized a massive bombing campaign of military bases on the Japanese mainland.

Identify which of the following statements correctly describe the reasons for the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. 1. When Japan attacked, the U.S. State Department was working feverishly to arrive at a peaceful settlement with Tojo's government. 2. The United States froze Japanese assets and established a trade embargo, which restricted Japan's access to essential resources.3. The United States became worried about Japan's intentions when it allied with China in September 1940. 4. When militants took over the Japanese government in October 1941, it became clear where things were headed. 5. General Tojo's more moderate approach gave the United States hope for a peaceful resolution. 6. The desperate need for fuel played a key role in Tojo's decision to carry out the attack.

Question 6 of 48Why did Japan end its policy of isolating itself from foreign interactions during the 19th century?A.Japanese citizens launched successful rebellions demanding access to foreign goods.B.The United States sent a fleet of warships to demand a meeting with Japanese leaders.C.The Tokugawa shogunate called for opening Japan as part of a modernization program.D.European powers attacked Japan and divided it into spheres of influence that they controlled.SUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

What was Japan’s goal in attacking Pearl Harbor?

How did the U.S. government respond to Japan’s and Germany’s aggression and expansionism in the 1930s?Group of answer choicesThe government stopped doing business with both countries.The government did not interfere with enterprises that were doing business with them.The government broke off diplomatic relations.The government offered its services as mediator with other countries.The government prohibited U.S. businesses from commercializing with them.

Which of the following is true about the American embargo on sales to Japan? It hindered Japan's ability to wage war. It was a direct result of the Pearl Harbor bombing. It made Japan invade China to obtain needed resources. It forced Japan to reopen peace negotiations.