Which of the following best describes how japan changed from an isolationist society to a world power? a japan s many treaties meant that western countries it fight wars. b japan s powerful military developed even while the country remained isolationist. c japan s samurai became formidable warriors who could not be defeated. d japan s industrialization enabled it to build modern warships and weaponry.

Japan's industrialization enabled it to build modern warships and weaponry.

During the Meiji Restoration, Japan underwent enormous changes. The Japanese restored the practical rule of the emperor, which had decreased with the rise of the shoguns. This consolidation of power was an attempt to strengthen Japan as the threat of colonization grew larger. The restoration led to enormous political and social changes in the country. In particular, it motivated a wave of industrialization. As Japan became more industrialized, their military became stronger, and the country was able to develop modern weaponry.

he supported the seperation of church and state. he also promoted religious tolerance.

to force terrorists groups to stop attacking western targets using massive military force.