Question

Japan agreed to Commodore Perry’s trade treaty terms because of the _____.

Answer 1

Japan agreed to Commodore Perry's trade treaty because of the military threat. Japan was well aware that they were faced by an adversary who had a stronger military than Japan and so they had to bow down to the wishes of Commodore Perry. It did not matter whether Japan liked it or not, they had no other alternative.

Answer 2

The correct answer is: threat of military force