After reading the excerpt, it seems to me that <span>the claim which this excerpt might support is </span><span>B.
Europeans thought the Japanese were superior to the Chinese. I saw a negative attitude towards China (due to the people's treatment) and a totally positive towards Japan. The religion is not mentioned in this excerpt, so I thing this opion is the most suitable. </span>
Carry on (a war or campaign)."it is necessary to destroy their capacity to wage war"
A i think i hope this helps
<span>The phrase "54 40 or Fight" was a slogan created by Democratic nominee James K. Polk </span>
It is part of the 'Judicial' branch of government.
I hope this helps!
~cupcake