I'm not one hundred percent positive but I believe that the answer is A. Mindset
Most historians would say that Hoover's response to the economic downturn was inadequate. Even though he implemented a few federal works projects (like the Hoover Dam) that aimed to employ American citizens, these programs were temporary. Hoover did not provide for many long term solutions to the issues that caused the Great Depression. His belief in laissez faire, meaning little/no government interference with the economy, negatively effected his ability to help the American people during this time. Ultimately, Hoover will be remembered as a president who did little to help America during the Great Depression.
I think the correct answer from the choices listed above is option A. The Meiji government's position on education for all Japanese children is that education was most important for the brightest students. Hope this answers the question. Have a nice day.
A. decline as a world power. After the war, other powers like USA and Russia emerged. The war also damaged England's economy.