Question

What act of U.S. expansion was the direct result of Matthew Perry's naval journey to Japan?

Answer 1

In 1853 he demanded that Japan open its ports to American merchants.

Explanation:

The First Visit to Japan

Commodore Matthew Perry’s first visited Japan on July 8th, 1853. He went to the Japanese capital, Edo (now Tokyo), and made demands. He demanded that ports be opened to Americans, that prisoners be treated well and given back, etc. The Japanese rejected his demands and Perry withdrew from Japan knowing he would return.

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