20th Century China: Warlords, Nationalists, and Communists

What was a major reason for the persistence of the Beijing central government during the Warlord Era?

• Successful military campaigns against warlords

• The government's popularity among the Chinese populace

• Foreign powers' recognition and financial support

• The government's effective control over the military

Which country provided significant support to Sun Yat-sen in reorganizing the Nationalist government?

• Soviet Union

• Japan

• United States

• United Kingdom

What was the main goal of the alliance between the KMT and the CCP?

• To establish a democratic government

• To reunify China and end the Warlord Era

• To promote foreign investment in China

• To launch a cultural revolution

Who was made the leader for life of the KMT after its reorganization?

• Mikhail Borodin

• Wang Jingwei

• Chiang Kai-shek

• Sun Yat-sen

What was a significant challenge faced during the Northern Expedition?

• Difficulty in securing foreign alliances

• Lack of experienced military leaders

• Logistical issues due to poor infrastructure

• Resistance from the local population

What was the main reason for the internal conflicts within the KMT?

• Disagreements over foreign policy

• The presence and influence of the CCP

• Economic policy differences

• Leadership disputes after Sun Yat-sen's death

How did the KMT plan to win the hearts and minds of the Chinese people during the Northern Expedition?

• By promising better treatment and higher wages

• By promoting traditional Chinese values

• By enforcing strict military rule

• Through propaganda and education campaigns

What role did Soviet advisors play in the KMT's military strategy?

• They acted as intermediaries with foreign powers

• They helped in planning and executing military campaigns

• They trained KMT soldiers in guerrilla warfare

• They provided financial support only

Which of the following was not a target of the National Revolutionary Army during the Northern Expedition?

• The Anhui clique

• Wu Peifu in Central China

• Zhang Zuolin in Manchuria

• Sun Chuanfang in Eastern China

Which city's capture was a pivotal moment at the end of the Northern Expedition?

• Wuhan

• Shanghai

• Nanjing

• Beijing