Question

question 3 of 10
what was a result of the meiji restoration for the japanese?
a. they were treated as slaves by the new government.
b. they received more freedoms than they had had before.
c. they lost the rights they had enjoyed under the old constitution.
d. they were forced to work in new factories.

Explanation:

The Meiji Restoration aimed at modernizing Japan. During this period, Japanese citizens gained more freedoms (like social and economic opportunities) compared to the feudal era. Option A is incorrect as Japan didn't institute slavery. Option C is wrong because rights expanded, not were lost. Option D is incorrect as there was no forced factory labor on a mass, state - mandated level like that.

Answer:

B. They received more freedoms than they had had before.