Necessary Evils?

Necessary Evils?

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Social Studies, Business

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses how Mao anticipated the consequences of China's engagement with the West, including inequality and pollution. It contrasts Mao's vision with Deng Xiaoping's policies, which were seen as necessary evils for development. The discussion includes the impact of industrialization on inequality and pollution, and explores alternative development paths that Mao envisioned to avoid these issues.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the main concerns Mao had about engaging with the West?

The potential for increased technological advancement

The improvement of managerial skills

The rise of massive inequality

The influx of foreign capital

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which type of inequality did Mao anticipate as a consequence of Western engagement?

Inequality between urban and rural areas

Inequality between different genders

Inequality between different ethnic groups

Inequality between different age groups

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was Deng Xiaoping periodically criticized and purged?

For promoting traditional Chinese values

For opposing Western technology

For supporting policies seen as necessary evils

For reducing pollution levels

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common argument made about pollution in developing countries?

It is not a significant problem

It is a temporary phase in the path to development

It is a permanent issue that cannot be resolved

It is only an issue in non-industrialized countries

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Mao's alternative vision for China's development?

To prioritize military expansion

To rely heavily on foreign investment

To focus solely on agricultural development

To industrialize without incurring negative consequences