AP Success - AP World History: Diplomacy in Manchurian Crisis
Memorandum Handed by U.S. Secretary of State Henry Stimson to the Japanese Ambassador, 1931"Japanese military forces . . . have occupied the principal strategic points in South Manchuria . . . The League of Nations has given evidence of its concern. . . .This situation is of concern, morally, legally and politically to a considerable number of nations. . . . It brings into question at once the meaning of certain provisions of agreements, such as the Nine-Powers Treaty of February 6, 1922 . . .The American Government is confident that it has not been the intention of the Japanese Government to create or to be a party to the creation of a situation which brings the applicability of treaty provisions into consideration. The American Government does not wish to be hasty in formulating its conclusions or in taking a position. However, the American Government feels that a very unfortunate situation exists, which no doubt is embarrassing to the Japanese Government. . . ."
Question 1
The Nine-Powers Treaty mentioned in the memorandum primarily aimed to
maintain the Open Door Policy and respect the sovereignty of China.
form an economic alliance to promote trade between the signatory states.
create a military alliance against the expansion of communist influence.
establish a collective security arrangement among the major powers.
Question 2
The tone of the memorandum handed by U.S. Secretary of State Henry Stimson to the Japanese Ambassador can best be described as
supportive of Japanese actions in Manchuria.
aggressive and threatening military retaliation.
cautious and seeking to avoid immediate confrontation.
dismissive of the League of Nations' concerns.
Question 3
The 'principal strategic points in South Manchuria' occupied by Japanese military forces are most likely referring to
areas rich in natural resources like oil and coal.
territories that were historically part of the Japanese empire.
key railways and cities that would ensure control over the region.
religious sites important for gaining the support of the local population.
Question 4
The American Government's response to the situation in Manchuria as described in the memorandum suggests that the United States
was preparing to impose economic sanctions on Japan immediately.
was concerned about the implications for international agreements but was not yet taking a definitive stance.
had no interest in the affairs of East Asia and was focused on isolationism.
fully supported the Japanese occupation as a stabilizing force in the region.
Question 5
The memorandum's reference to the League of Nations' concern about the situation in Manchuria indicates that
Japan was acting with the approval of the League of Nations.
the League of Nations was preparing to send military aid to China.
there was international awareness and disapproval of Japan's actions.
the League of Nations had already successfully resolved the conflict.
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