Taiwan's Political and Economic History

The video explores Taiwan's complex geopolitical history and its relationship with China. It covers Taiwan's historical background, the formation of the ROC and PRC, Taiwan's economic growth, and the cultural and political shifts that have shaped its identity. The video also discusses modern Taiwan's status as a self-ruled island and China's ongoing efforts to reunify Taiwan with the mainland, highlighting the tensions and differing perspectives on Taiwan's future.

What event triggered China's military drills around Taiwan?

• A visit by the U.S. House Speaker

• A trade agreement with Japan

• An economic embargo by the UN

• A military coup in Taiwan

Which colonial power first named Taiwan 'Ila Formosa'?

• The Dutch

• The Portuguese

• The British

• The Spanish

Who established the People's Republic of China in 1949?

• Deng Xiaoping

• Sun Yat-sen

• Mao Zedong

• Chiang Kai-shek

During which period did Taiwan experience an economic boom?

• 1940-1960

• 1960-1980

• 1980-2000

• 2000-2020

What was the outcome of the 1992 meeting between Beijing and Taipei?

• China recognized Taiwan's sovereignty

• Taiwan declared independence

• A verbal consensus on 'One China'

• A formal treaty was signed

Which political party in Taiwan openly supports independence?

• The Nationalist Party

• The Communist Party

• The Democratic Progressive Party

• The Kuomintang

What is Taiwan's status in terms of international recognition?

• Recognized by all UN members

• Recognized by 14 countries

• Recognized by the EU

• Recognized by ASEAN

What is Xi Jinping's goal regarding Taiwan by 2049?

• To make Taiwan a special economic zone

• To achieve reunification with China

• To establish a trade agreement

• To grant Taiwan full independence

What percentage of Taiwanese identify as exclusively Taiwanese?

• 62%

• 26%

• 5.2%

• 1.3%

What movement in 2014 marked the first open protest against China in Taiwan?

• The Umbrella Movement

• The Sunflower Movement

• The Jasmine Revolution

• The Velvet Revolution