China's Path to Becoming a Nuclear Power

The video explores China's journey to becoming the fifth nuclear power in 1964, despite economic and industrial challenges. Initially supported by the USSR, China faced setbacks when the Soviets withdrew their assistance. However, China persevered and successfully tested its own nuclear bomb. The video also discusses China's strategic approach to nuclear warfare, focusing on deterrence rather than matching other powers' arsenals.

What year did China become a nuclear power?

• 1954

• 1964

• 1974

• 1984

What major global event preceded China's civil war?

• The Korean War

• World War II

• The Vietnam War

• World War I

Which country initially supported China's nuclear program?

• United Kingdom

• United States

• USSR

• France

Why did the USSR withdraw its support from China's nuclear program?

• China refused to pay for the support

• Mao criticized Khrushchev's policies

• The US pressured the USSR

• China completed its nuclear program

What was a major challenge China faced after the Soviet withdrawal?

• Internal political strife

• International sanctions

• Inability to proceed safely

• Lack of raw materials

In what year did China successfully test its own nuclear bomb?

• 1963

• 1965

• 1962

• 1964

What strategy did China adopt regarding its nuclear arsenal?

• Massive stockpiling

• Complete disarmament

• Nuclear sharing with allies

• Minimal deterrence

How did China's nuclear strategy affect the United States?

• It had no effect

• It forced the US to disarm

• It reduced tensions

• It led to a nuclear arms race

Which of the following was NOT a reason for China's nuclear development?

• To gain international prestige

• To deter US intervention

• To compete with the USSR

• To ensure national security

What was the global reaction to China's nuclear test in 1964?

• Support

• Annoyance

• Approval

• Indifference