Understanding China Quiz

Exceptions to the one-child policy in China included families with a disabled child, belonging to an ethnic minority group, or living in more remote rural areas. These families were allowed to have a second child.

China's one-child policy was successful in reducing both the birth rate and population growth. The policy is now being relaxed, offering a wider choice in contraception methods and allowing 'one-only' children to have a second child when they marry.

The one-child policy significantly reduced China's population growth. It has been estimated that without this policy, China's population could have been 400 million greater.

China is currently more concerned with its ageing population than with its declining proportion of young children. This is due to an increase in life expectancy resulting in an ageing population.

The increasing life expectancy in China has resulted in an ageing population, with the percentage of people aged 60 and over projected to increase from 10% in 1980 to 30% by 2050. This demographic shift is leading to a 4-2-1 family structure, where one child is responsible for caring for two parents and four grandparents in retirement.

The 4-2-1 family structure, which arises from having fewer children and more ageing people, places significant caregiving responsibilities on the 'one-only' child. When this only child starts working, they are expected to provide care for two parents and four grandparents who are in retirement, posing challenges for family dynamics and support systems.

China's demographic shift towards an ageing population and fewer young children has led to the development of the 4-2-1 family structure. This change has significant implications for family dynamics, as one child is expected to provide care for multiple elderly relatives, impacting societal and family support systems.

Predictions suggest that the percentage of Chinese people aged 60 and over will increase from 10% in 1980 to 30% by 2050. This demographic shift will have a profound impact on Chinese society, as the ageing population will require increased support and care, leading to the development of the 4-2-1 family structure and potential challenges for societal and family dynamics.

The world's largest outdoor bronze Buddha is located in Hong Kong.

The main attraction for tourists in Chengdu and Sichuan province is the visit to the giant panda reserve.

The highlight of the Yangtze cruise is the three-day cruise down the fabulous Yangtze River, including sailing through the Three Gorges and visiting the Three Gorges Dam.

Shenzhen is referred to as the face of modern China in the itinerary, highlighting its significance in showcasing China's modern development.

The general trend in the number of foreign visitors to China increased from 27 million in 2000 to 58 million in 2012, making it the third highest number in the world rankings.

Shikumen means 'stone-framed door' in Shanghai's housing architecture.

Shanghai faced acute problems of overcrowding, air pollution, and traffic congestion, with the city shrouded in continuous yellow smog caused by coal use.

The authorities decided to build a new settlement called Pudong to address the urban issues and create a modern city in its own right.

Today, Pudong is a major center for commerce and finance, with residential areas, shopping centers, restaurants, nightclubs, and new high-tech industries.

Today, only a small, compact area of shikumen housing remains in Shanghai, with large areas being cleared and replaced with high-rise blocks of flats.