Democratic Revolution in China: A Historical Analysis
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What was the prevailing political system in China in 1989?

  • Totalitarian Marxist state (correct)
  • Anarchist collective
  • Constitutional monarchy
  • Parliamentary democracy
  • Which leader is credited with initiating the democratic revolution in China?

  • Xi Jinping
  • Mao Zedong
  • Jiang Zemin (correct)
  • Deng Xiaoping
  • What was the primary motivation for the Chinese people's protests in 1989?

  • Call for greater political representation
  • Protest against environmental degradation
  • Desire for a new way and freedom from oppression (correct)
  • Demand for better economic opportunities
  • How did the Chinese government initially respond to the protests?

    <p>Engaged in peaceful negotiations with protestors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the estimated death toll of Mao Zedong's 'Great Leap Forward' policy?

    <p>50 million - 100 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the text describe the modern cities of China after the democratic revolution?

    <p>Vibrant and echoing freedom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary method used by the protesters to express their dissent?

    <p>Non-violent protests, boycotts, and defiance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was President Zemin's initial approach towards the protests?

    <p>He saw it as an opportunity for reform and progress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was President Zemin's stance towards communism?

    <p>He despised communism and joined the party to reform it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of President Zemin's decision to remove the military from the streets?

    <p>It allowed the military to join the protesters in their fight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major reforms did President Zemin initiate after removing the military from the streets?

    <p>He dissolved the Communist Party, implemented a constitution, and planned elections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the elections held after President Zemin's reforms?

    <p>President Zemin's party won a majority in the lower house</p> Signup and view all the answers

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