Chinese Political Reforms Quiz

What were the major reasons why the implementation of the Four Modernisations spurred public demands for reform?

• Economic growth and increased expectations

• Political liberalization

• Cultural exchange and openness

• Technological advancements

What was the Democracy Wall?

• A location in Beijing where people posted political writings

• A famous wall in Berlin

• A monument in Washington D.C.

• A historical site in Paris

Wei Jingsheng is famous for his role in Chinese politics. What is he known for?

• The Cultural Revolution

• The Democracy Wall Movement

• The Great Leap Forward

• The One Child Policy

What were the “Four Cardinal Principles” and why were they brought in?

• To establish a set of fundamental guidelines for governance

• To promote economic reforms

• To enhance cultural exchanges

• To improve technological advancements

When did Deng Xiaoping become more concerned about the protests that were pushing for political freedom and why?

• In April 1989, due to the death of Hu Yaobang.

• In June 1989, because of the Tiananmen Square protests.

• In May 1989, following the hunger strikes by students.

• In March 1989, after economic reforms were challenged.

What happened during the Thirteenth Party Congress in 1987?

• The introduction of significant economic reforms

• The election of a new party leader

• The dissolution of the party

• The signing of a major international treaty

Deng’s reforms impacted China’s class structure by:

• Increasing economic inequality

• Eliminating class distinctions

• Strengthening the middle class

• Reducing poverty levels

The One Child Policy was introduced in 1980. What was its nature?

• A policy to encourage multiple children per family

• A policy to limit families to one child

• A policy to promote child education

• A policy to provide financial aid for children

Professor and historian Michael Dillon has noted that the economic development and change of Deng brought social and political confusion to society because:

• It led to rapid urbanization and migration.

• It caused a decline in traditional values.

• It resulted in economic inequality.

• It introduced new political ideologies.

What were the two clear factions within the CCP throughout the 80s?

• Economic reformers and political reformers

• Liberals and Radicals

• Moderates and Extremists

• Traditionalists and Progressives