Question

why did japan expand during the 1930s? check all that apply. to increase its empire to attack germany and italy to increase its supply of raw materials to protect its borders to support allied countries, such as the us

Explanation:

• "to increase its empire": Japan sought imperial expansion in the 1930s as part of its militaristic and imperialist goals.
• "to attack Germany and Italy": Japan was allied with Germany and Italy (Axis powers), so this is incorrect.
• "to increase its supply of raw materials": Japan lacked natural resources, so expanding was a way to secure raw materials for its industries and military.
• "to protect its borders": Expanding into neighboring regions was seen as a way to create buffer zones and protect its territory from perceived threats.
• "to support Allied countries, such as the US": Japan was an Axis power, opposing the Allies (including the US), so this is incorrect.

Answer:

A. to increase its empire
C. to increase its supply of raw materials
D. to protect its borders