Q Was the US-led rebuilding of Japan after World War II successful? Why or why not?

A.
No, Japan's democracy was overthrown in a coup and was not reestablished for decades.

B.
Yes, Japan became a stable democracy with one of the biggest economies in the world.

C.
No, Japan's weak military allowed it to fall under Soviet influence until the end of the Cold War.

D.
Yes, Japan developed a large and powerful military to counter China and the Soviet Union.

B. Yes, Japan became a stable democracy with one of the biggest economies in the world. The US-led rebuilding of Japan after World War II was successful in terms of rebuilding the country's infrastructure, establishing a democratic government, and promoting economic growth. Japan's post-war constitution, which was drafted by the US, established a parliamentary system of government and guaranteed basic human rights. The US also provided economic aid and technical assistance to help Japan rebuild its economy, which eventually became one of the largest in the world.