Which of the Following Was Not a Result of the Social

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was not a result of the social policies of the Meiji restoration?

• A) Many peasants lost their land titles.
• B) Military conscription and universal education were instituted.
• C) Western practices became very popular.
• D) Universal democracy was adopted.
• E) The position of women in the society improved only slightly.

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