14.4 Review

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

• Xi Jinping

• Deng Xiaoping

• Chiang Kai-shek

• Mao Zedong

What was the main goal of the Cultural Revolution started by Mao in the mid-1960s?

• To introduce democratic governance

• To destroy China's 'old' ways

• To strengthen ties with the West

• To promote economic reforms

Which body is described as the highest governmental authority in China according to the Chinese constitution?

• The Central Committee of the Communist Party

• The National People's Congress

• The Supreme People's Court

• The State Council

Who is the head of the State Council?

• The President

• The Premier

• The General Secretary

• The Chairman

How does the Chinese government exert control over local political subdivisions?

• Via public voting

• By direct control

• Through elected governors

• Through a decentralized system

What is a major difference between American and Chinese politics?

• China is governed by multiple political parties

• America lacks a system of checks and balances

• China is completely governed by a single party

• America has no formal mechanisms to affect governance