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What was a direct result of China's defeat in the Opium Wars?
What was a direct result of China's defeat in the Opium Wars?
- Introduction of nationalist movements
- Establishment of the Meiji Restoration in Japan
- Forced treaty agreements and opening of ports (correct)
- Expansion of Chinese imperial power
Which event served as a justification for foreign intervention in China?
Which event served as a justification for foreign intervention in China?
- Meiji Restoration
- Boxer Rebellion (correct)
- End of the Qing dynasty
- Chinese Isolationist Policy
What key political change occurred in China in 1912?
What key political change occurred in China in 1912?
- Establishment of the Republic of China (correct)
- Japan's occupation of parts of China
- Resumption of imperial rule
- Formation of the Kuomintang
What characterized Japan's actions during and after the Meiji Restoration?
What characterized Japan's actions during and after the Meiji Restoration?
What were the 'Unequal Treaties' in the context of China's history?
What were the 'Unequal Treaties' in the context of China's history?
Which movement emerged in China after the fall of imperial rule?
Which movement emerged in China after the fall of imperial rule?
How did the Meiji Restoration impact Japan’s position in the world?
How did the Meiji Restoration impact Japan’s position in the world?
What impact did Japanese aggression have on China in the early 20th century?
What impact did Japanese aggression have on China in the early 20th century?
Flashcards
Opium Wars
Opium Wars
Wars fought between China and foreign powers (primarily Britain) over the opium trade in the mid-19th century.
Unequal Treaties
Unequal Treaties
Harsh treaties forced upon China by foreign powers, leading to economic and political control.
Boxer Rebellion
Boxer Rebellion
An anti-foreign uprising in China in 1900, seeking to expel foreign influence.
Meiji Restoration
Meiji Restoration
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Chinese Isolationism
Chinese Isolationism
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Japanese Expansionism
Japanese Expansionism
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1912 Chinese Revolution
1912 Chinese Revolution
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Spheres of Influence
Spheres of Influence
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Study Notes
1904 - Entente Cordiale
- Agreement between Britain and France
- Colonial spheres of influence were normalized and relations improved.
China - Isolationist Policy
- China tried to isolate itself from foreign influence.
- Foreign powers, particularly Britain and France, pressured China to open ports up, which led to the Opium Wars.
Opium Wars (1839-1860)
- China was defeated in the Opium Wars.
- Foreign powers forced unequal treaties on China, granting them access to ports, trade, and spheres of influence.
Boxer Rebellion (1900)
- Anti-foreign uprising in China.
- Foreign powers used the rebellion as an excuse to intervene further.
1912 - Fall of the Chinese monarchy
- The Chinese monarchy, led by Puyi, was overthrown.
- This marked the end of the monarchy in China.
Chinese Civil War (1920s-1940s)
- Nationalists (Kuomintang) and Communists fought for control of China.
- Mao Zedong led the Communist Party.
Japanese Aggression
- Japan invaded and occupied parts of China.
- Japan's actions were brutal and included widespread violence against Chinese civilians.
Japan's Policy of Isolation
- Japan's policy of isolation changed, impacting and changing relationships with other countries.
Meiji Restoration (late 19th century)
- Series of reforms in Japan.
- Included establishing a constitutional monarchy, educating common people and economic changes.
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