When did most nations in Southeast Asia gain independence from European powers?

A. after the Cold War

B. during the Japanese occupation

C. before World War II

D. during the Vietnam War

How have the Philippines and Indonesia become more democratic in recent decades?

A. The military led coups to seize power.

B. Dictators imposed new constitutions.

C. Civil wars divided the countries between governments.

D. Popular movements demanded and won elected governments.

B - during the Japanese occupation

Explanation:

Most nations in Southease Asia gained their independence between 1945 and 1960, which was during the Japanese occupation which began in 1942.

D. During the Vietnam War.

D. Popular movements demanded and won elected governments.

Explanation:

Most nations in Southeast Asia gained their independence in the years between 1945 and 1960. This corresponds with the Vietnam War, which lasted from 1955 to 1975. The Cold War ended in 1989, WWII began in 1939 and the Japanese occupation took place before WWII, so none of the other options would be correct. In recent years, popular movements have become more common in Southeast Asia, particularly in the Philippines and Indonesia. However, although this has brought an improvement in the quality of their democracy, these countries are still far from displaying a well-functioning democratic government.