Chinese Civil War and CCP Policies

The Chinese Civil War (1927-1950) was a conflict between the KMT and CCP, leading to the CCP's victory and the establishment of the People's Republic of China in 1949. The war resulted in millions of deaths and significant political and economic changes in China. The CCP's policies aimed at modernization caused social issues, and the victory shifted China's international relations, severing ties with the US and aligning with the Soviet Union. The war also led to the division of China into the PRC and the Republic of China in Taiwan.

What was the initial cause of the Chinese Civil War?

• A struggle for control within the CCP

• A struggle for control within the KMT

• Foreign invasion

• Economic crisis

Who led the CCP during the Chinese Civil War?

• Sun Yat-sen

• Chiang Kai-shek

• Mao Zedong

• Zhou Enlai

Which leader retained control of the cities during the Chinese Civil War?

• Mao Zedong

• Sun Yat-sen

• Zhou Enlai

• Chiang Kai-shek

What was the outcome of the CCP's victory in 1949?

• The continuation of the Chinese Revolution

• The division of China into three regions

• The establishment of the People's Republic of China

• The establishment of the Republic of China

What marked the end of the Chinese Revolution?

• The retreat of KMT forces to Taiwan

• The capture of Shanghai

• The establishment of the Republic of China

• The signing of a peace treaty

Which policy was NOT implemented by the CCP after their victory?

• Land Reform

• Industrialization

• Democratization

• Collectivization

What was a major consequence of the CCP's policies?

• Political stability

• Economic prosperity

• Famine and political persecution

• Increased foreign investment

How did the CCP's victory affect China's international relations?

• Formed alliances with Western nations

• Severed ties with the United States

• Severed ties with the Soviet Union

• Strengthened ties with the United States

What was the result of the formation of two Chinas?

• A unified China under the CCP

• The KMT-controlled Republic of China in Taiwan and the CCP-controlled PRC on the mainland

• The division of China into three separate countries

• A unified China under the KMT

Which country did China form closer relations with after the CCP's victory?

• United Kingdom

• United States

• Japan

• Soviet Union