Which statement best describes the difference between the United States’ relationship with Japan and America’s relationship with other East Asian nations? A) Because Japan’s rising power was a threat to American interests in Asia, the United States took a more hostile approach to its relationship with Japan. B) Japan’s military and political strength meant that the United States had to cultivate a more friendly relationship with Japan than with other Asian countries. C) Americans viewed the Japanese as a superior Asian race and this influenced U.S. foreign policy approaches.. D) Whereas the Boxer Rebellion demonstrated Chinese hostility to American influence, Japan welcomed U.S. involvement in its affairs.

Which statement best describes the difference between the United States’ relationship with Japan and America’s relationship with other East Asian nations? A) Because Japan’s rising power was a threat to American interests in Asia, the United States took a more hostile approach to its relationship with Japan. B) Japan’s military and political strength meant that the United States had to cultivate a more friendly relationship with Japan than with other Asian countries. C) Americans viewed the Japanese as a superior Asian race and this influenced U.S. foreign policy approaches.. D) Whereas the Boxer Rebellion demonstrated Chinese hostility to American influence, Japan welcomed U.S. involvement in its affairs.