VOICED: From sports cars to slums: China's huge wealth gap

The transcript discusses the wealth gap in China, highlighting the stark contrast between the rich and the poor. It mentions the government's concerns about potential unrest due to economic disparity and outlines plans to address these issues in the upcoming five-year economic blueprint. The transcript also touches on the benefits of China's rapid economic growth, which has improved living standards for some, but left many feeling excluded from the nation's economic progress. The need for reforms to reduce corruption and ensure fair wealth distribution is emphasized.

What is the main contrast between Lee and Wang's lifestyles?

• Lee and Wang both live in Monte Carlo.

• Lee is a cleaner, while Wang owns a post-production company.

• Lee lives in a tiny room, while Wang owns multiple properties.

• Lee enjoys luxury cars, while Wang struggles with two jobs.

What is a major concern for Chinese leaders regarding the wealth gap?

• It will improve GDP rankings.

• It could cause social unrest.

• It will reduce inflation.

• It might lead to increased tourism.

What is one of the goals of China's new five-year economic plan?

• To promote international travel.

• To decrease the number of parliament sessions.

• To reduce the wealth gap.

• To increase the number of luxury cars.

How does the government plan to address corruption?

• By promoting international travel.

• By implementing stricter regulations.

• By reducing taxes on the wealthy.

• By increasing the number of luxury cars.

What positive impact has China's economic growth had?

• It has decreased the wealth gap.

• It has raised living standards.

• It has reduced the number of cars.

• It has eliminated poverty.