Read textbook pages 810-813. Answer all questions on loose leaf. Due Tuesday, Jan. 3 1. Vocabulary Builder: Find two words in the reading that you don't know. Look up each word in the dictionary. For each, write out the word, the definition, and a sentence that uses the word. Choose regular words, not social studies key terms that are boldfaced in the text. 2. What was Japan's attitude toward foreigners in the early 17th century? In your opinion, was this attitude wise, or unwise? Explain. 3. How was the Treaty of Kanagawa similar to the treaties that China signed with the European powers? If you were the Tokugawa shogun, would you have agreed to sign it? Explain. 4. Write a paragraph that describes the political, social, and economic reforms made during the Meiji Era. 5. Examine the Venn Diagram on p. 811. How did China and Japan's responses different? How were they similar? 6. Make a three column chart entitled 'Japanese Victories' with columns for China, Russia, and Korea. Take notes into the chart. 7. Read the section entitled 'Gobal Impact'. How did Japan's victory 'explode' (prove wrong) racial stereotypes? What is a modern example of a stereotype being 'eploded' in this way? 8. How did Japan treat the Koreans after it annexed the country? 9. Opinion: In your opinion, was Japan's aggressive imperialism justified? Can imperialism ever be justified? Explain your answer in a response of at least 5 sentences. HONORS SECTIONS MUST WRITE TWO PARAGRAPHS.
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