L4 Flashcards
1
Q
why did Japan want to expand into SE Asia
A
- rich in natural resources like oil, tin and rubber
- expand territory
- show dominance
2
Q
what was the impact of Japan moving their troops into French Indo-China
A
- blocked supply routes into China
- base to further expand into SE Asia
- upset Americans -> sanctioned J by placing embargo on some iron and steel exports to Japan
3
Q
why did Japan sign the Tripartite Pact
A
- guarantee to protect one another if involved in war
- hope to deter America from entering WW2
-between Germany and Italy
