What Did the United States Expect to Gain by Sending

question 3

Multiple Choice

What did the United States expect to gain by sending a naval fleet to Japan in 1853?

• A) The right to grow opium on Japanese soil
• B) The acquisition of Japan as a U.S.colony
• C) The right to fish in the waters surrounding Japan
• D) The opening of Japanese ports for trade

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Definitions:

Communal Orientation

An approach or attitude towards social interactions where individuals prioritize the needs and welfare of their community or group over their personal gains.

Narcissism

A personality trait characterized by an excessive interest in oneself, a need for admiration, and a lack of empathy for others.

Prosocial Behavior

Actions intended to benefit others, including helping, sharing, and providing support, motivated by empathy, moral principles, or social norms.

Natural Selection

A fundamental process in evolution where organisms better adapted to their environment tend to survive and produce more offspring, leading to the propagation of advantageous traits over generations.