Unit 4: Nationalism, Industrialism, and Imperialism

Lesson E: Modern Japan in a Western World

Review and Assessment

Review

Japan went through a dramatic change during the late 19^th and early 20^th centuries. In a few decades Japan went from being an isolationist country to becoming a global power. Japan was successful in industrializing and this led to Japan building economic and military strength. Japan then used its strength to secure an empire. This led to warfare and the rise of Japan as a global power. Throughout the process Japan struggled with the impact of Western ideas on traditional Japanese ideas.

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Assessment

Japan began the 19^th century isolated from the world. During the latter half of the 19^th century, Japan responded to global pressures by reinventing itself in such a way that by the dawn of the 20^th century Japan was in a position to be a major player in 20^th century history. Think about the changes that occurred in Japan during the later 19^th century as you complete the BCR below.