Historical Dynamics of China and Russia

What was the primary reason for the decline of the Yuan dynasty?

• Internal rebellions and weak successors

• Economic prosperity

• Alliance with the Russians

• Invasion by the Mongols

Which dynasty was established by the Gurchins after they changed their name to the Manchus?

• Yuan Dynasty

• Qing Dynasty

• Ming Dynasty

• Jin Dynasty

What opportunity did Russia seize during the Second Opium War?

• To expand into the Amma River region

• To negotiate peace with the British

• To annex Mongolia

• To form an alliance with the Qing

How did the Chinese view the treaties with Russia regarding territorial changes?

• As fair and equal agreements

• As unequal dictats imposed by force

• As beneficial for both nations

• As opportunities for trade expansion

What was a significant outcome of the 1969 border conflict between China and Russia?

• A peace treaty favoring China

• Increased tensions but little territorial change

• The start of a nuclear war

• A major territorial change