1. For JAPAN, give the following information:

1. capital
2. location/the countries that share its borders
3. the religious breakdown of the population
4. the type of government
5. the chief of state (and head of government if different) If monarch or dictator, since what date has he/she ruled? – include name of heir apparent for monarch
6. the population

Find the answers at the CIA World FactBook website. For each country, answers can be found under the “Geography” “People” and “Government” headings.

NOTE: Before answering the questions below, read the info under “Background” and watch the videos under “Resources.”

2. For JAPAN:
a) list the who, what, where and when of the news item
b) What is the purpose for Japan’s actions?
c) How did Professor Michishita explain the significance of Japan’s actions?
d) How did China respond to Japan’s actions?
e) What previous move did allies France, Great Britain and the U.S. take regarding Chinese provocations in the South China Sea?