Question

which world event sped up independence movements by european colonies in southeast asia? germanys invasion of poland the occupation of southeast asia by japan the great depression the end of the cold war

Explanation:

Japan's occupation of Southeast Asia during World War II weakened European colonial powers' control over their colonies in the region. This occupation undermined the colonial authorities' legitimacy and ability to maintain control, while also inspiring and empowering local independence movements to push for self-rule after the war. The other events either did not directly target Southeast Asian colonies (Germany's invasion of Poland, Great Depression) or occurred long after most Southeast Asian colonies had already gained independence (end of the Cold War).

Answer:

the occupation of southeast Asia by Japan