What are spheres of influence?

Question

A. Areas of china that the Japanese occupied

B. Areas of china that the Qing dynasty set aside for economic development

C. Areas of china controlled by western powers for trade

D. Areas of china where missionaries were allowed

Answer 1

The correct answer would be C, areas of China controlled by western powers for trade. The concept of spheres of influence covers a broader concept than just in this example. Spheres of influence describes the power exerted by a foreign power inside a country, with the foreign power exerting power over military, cultural or economic affairs.