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What was the new slogan of the oligarchs in the new government?
What was the new slogan of the oligarchs in the new government?
- Rich Country, Strong Military (correct)
- Strong Economy, Dominant Military
- Wealthy Land, Powerful Forces
- Prosperous Nation, Mighty Army
What was the primary goal of the oligarchs in the new government?
What was the primary goal of the oligarchs in the new government?
- Expand territorial control
- Establish a centralized monarchy
- Implement major reforms to address contemporary challenges (correct)
- Promote traditional samurai values
How did the oligarchs seek to transform the role of the emperor?
How did the oligarchs seek to transform the role of the emperor?
- Reestablished Ministry of Shinto and created a Western-style monarch (correct)
- Reinforced Ministry of Shinto and created an Eastern-style monarch
- Abolished Ministry of Shinto and established a Western-style monarch
- Revived Ministry of Buddhism and established a traditional monarch
What was the last major step taken by the Council of State to centralize power in the new military?
What was the last major step taken by the Council of State to centralize power in the new military?
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What was the purpose of the Iwakura Mission?
What was the purpose of the Iwakura Mission?
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Study Notes
Meiji Restoration
- The new slogan of the oligarchs in the new government was "Enrich the Country, Strengthen the Army" (Fukoku Kyōhei).
Oligarchs' Goals
- The primary goal of the oligarchs in the new government was to modernize and strengthen Japan.
Imperial Reform
- The oligarchs sought to transform the role of the emperor by making him a symbol of national unity and a unifying figure.
Centralization of Power
- The last major step taken by the Council of State to centralize power in the new military was the creation of a conscription system in 1873.
Iwakura Mission
- The purpose of the Iwakura Mission (1871-1873) was to send a delegation of high-ranking officials to the United States and Europe to learn from Western societies and to renegotiate unequal treaties.
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Test your knowledge of the Meiji Restoration in Japan, covering topics such as the oligarchs' leadership, new slogan, and primary goals. Explore the historical significance of the era through this quiz.
