Tiananmen Square Protests Overview

The video covers the Tiananmen Square protests of 1989, highlighting the student-led demonstrations for democracy in China. It discusses the economic and political climate of the time, the government's response, and the international attention the protests received. The video also details the escalation of events leading to the imposition of martial law.

What year did the CNN program, which covered the Tiananmen Square protests, originally start?

• 1985

• 1989

• 1995

• 2000

What were some of the economic issues faced by China leading up to the Tiananmen Square protests?

• High unemployment

• Inflation and corruption

• Trade deficits

• Lack of foreign investment

Who was Hu Yaobang, and why was he significant to the student protesters?

• A military leader

• A liberal reformer

• A foreign diplomat

• A famous artist

What tactic did the students use to escalate their demands during the protests?

• Armed rebellion

• Hunger strike

• Boycotting classes

• Petitioning the government

Which international leader's visit coincided with the protests, adding pressure on the Chinese government?

• Ronald Reagan

• Margaret Thatcher

• Mikhail Gorbachev

• Nelson Mandela

What was the Chinese government's initial response to the student demonstrations?

• Complete media blackout

• Negotiations with student leaders

• Calm and tolerant attitude

• Immediate military intervention

What action did the Chinese government take as the situation in Beijing worsened?

• Declared a state of emergency

• Imposed martial law

• Closed all universities

• Banned foreign media

How did the international community, particularly the United States, react to the news blackout in China?

• Expressed concern

• Imposed sanctions

• Supported the blackout

• Ignored the situation

What was the role of the People's Liberation Army during the protests?

• Supported the students

• Blocked by the people

• Led the protests

• Remained neutral

What was the outcome for Communist Party Chief Zhao, who sympathized with the students?

• Forced to resign

• Promoted to a higher position

• Arrested and imprisoned

• Exiled from China