Question

what steps did chinese emperors take to reduce foreign influence in china? check all that apply. they had no interest in european manufactured goods. they did not allow europeans or japanese to immigrate. they controlled the number of foreign visitors. they pursued a policy of isolationism. they limited trade to one port.

Explanation:

• They pursued a policy of isolationism: Chinese emperors, especially during the Qing dynasty, adopted isolationist policies (like the Canton System) to reduce foreign influence, limiting interactions with foreign nations.
• They limited trade to one port: During the Qing, trade was restricted to the port of Canton (Guangzhou) for a long time, which was a key measure to control foreign trade and influence.
• They controlled the number of foreign visitors: To minimize foreign cultural and economic influence, the number of foreign visitors was strictly controlled, with only specific traders and envoys allowed under strict regulations.
• The option "They had no interest in European manufactured goods" is not accurate as there was some interest (though limited), and "They did not allow Europeans or Japanese to immigrate" is not a primary step for reducing foreign influence (immigration was not a major channel of foreign influence in the context of imperial China's efforts; the focus was on trade and diplomatic interactions).

Answer:

• They pursued a policy of isolationism.
• They limited trade to one port.
• They controlled the number of foreign visitors.