China's One-Child Policy Changes

In 2013, China initiated significant reforms, including changes to the one-child policy. The policy was altered due to an aging population, gender imbalance, and a promise to limit the policy to one generation. The changes primarily affect urban families, with limited impact on rural areas. Public reaction is mixed, with economic burdens deterring many from having more children. The policy change is expected to result in a modest increase in birth rates, but economic factors remain a significant barrier for many families.

What major event in 2013 led to significant reforms in China, including changes to the one-child policy?

• The Beijing Olympics

• The Communist Party's third plenary meeting

• The Shanghai Expo

• The G20 Summit

Which of the following was NOT a reason for changing China's one-child policy?

• Government's generational promise

• Economic recession

• Gender imbalance

• Aging population issues

How did the one-child policy differ between urban and rural families?

• Urban families could have more children

• Urban families were encouraged to have two children

• Rural families were restricted to one child

• Rural families could have a second child if the first was a girl

What is the expected impact of the policy change on China's birth rate?

• No change in birth rates

• A slight increase in birth rates

• A decrease in birth rates

• A significant increase in birth rates

Why are many Chinese couples hesitant to have a second child despite the policy change?

• Environmental concerns

• Cultural preferences for smaller families

• High cost of raising a child

• Lack of government support