Communists Take Power in China Reading Questions

What event marked the beginning of Communist control in China?

• The end of World War II

• The Japanese invasion in 1937

• The defeat of the Nationalists in 1949

• The Cultural Revolution

Which leader was primarily responsible for mobilizing the Communists in northwestern China during World War II?

• Jiang Jieshi

• Mao Zedong

• Deng Xiaoping

• Zhou Enlai

How did the United States support the Nationalists during the civil war in China?

• By providing military training

• By sending at least $1.5 billion in aid

• By deploying U.S. troops

• By mediating peace talks

What was a major consequence of the aid provided to the Nationalists by the United States?

• It led to a quick victory over the Communists

• It was largely ineffective and often ended up in the hands of corrupt officers

• It caused a split within the Nationalist forces

• It strengthened the Nationalist forces significantly

What was the estimated civilian death toll in China due to Japanese occupation during World War II?

• Between 10 to 22 million

• Over 30 million

• Less than 5 million

• Approximately 15 million

Who was the leader of the Nationalists in China in 1945?

• Mao Zedong

• Jiang Jieshi

• Zhou Enlai

• Deng Xiaoping

Which area did the Communists control in China during 1945?

• Southern China

• Eastern China

• Northern China

• Western China

What type of support did the United States provide to the Nationalists in 1945?

• Financial support

• Military support

• No support

• Moral support

Which policy was most responsible for Mao Zedong's popularity among Chinese peasants?

• National liberation

• Land reform

• Economic reform

• Military expansion

What was the main reason for the split into two Chinas affecting the Cold War?

• Economic differences

• Military conflicts

• International loyalties

• Religious differences