The term “militarism” is best described as
a. a culture with a nationalist leader
b. a culture based on preparing for war
c. a traditional ceremony within china
d. a traditional rite of passage in imperial japan

Militarism is a culture that is centered around the military. It includes the belief that military should be strong and that people should be ready to join it, and if necessary, fight wars.

The correct answer is: b. a culture based on preparing for war

B; none of the other options make any sense. Militarism is defined as actively preparing for war.