Great Leap Forward/Cultural Revolution
Since the Great Leap Forward was a disaster, what was the name of the new plan?
The Cultural Revolution
Why did Chinese students protest in Tiananmen Square?
The students peacefully protested communism and called for a move towards democracy.
When did Japan attack Pearl Harbor in Hawaii?
Japan attacked Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941.
Where was the Korean War fought, and which years did it span?
The Korean War was fought in the Korean Peninsula and lasted from 1950-1953.
What was the impact of the Vietnam War for Vietnam's government currently?
North Vietnam took over South Vietnam and the country became one communist country.
Where did the Great Leap Forward and the Cultural Revolution take place, and what year did each plan begin?
The Great Leap Forward and the Cultural Revolution both took place in China. The Great Leap Forward started in 1958, and the Cultural Revolution started in 1966.
How did the U.S and other countries react to the Tiananmen Square Massacre?
The Tiananmen Square Massacre raised international attention to China's poor treatment of human rights. Many countries condemned the violence, and pressured China to make reforms in human rights.
Describe Japan's government today
Japan is one of the most stable democratic countries in the world. Japan is also a constitutional monarchy.
Describe the differences between the government in North Korea, and the Government in South Korea today.
North Korea is a communist country, while South Korea is a democratic country.
What years did the Vietnam War span, and where was it fought?
The Vietnam War was fought in Vietnam (North and South) between the years of 1955-1975.
Why was the U.S not informed about the situation in China?
Mao controlled the media, and very little news came into and out of China.
What did China do for it's citizens after the Tiananmen Square Massacre?
Describe Japan's state after WWII, and why the country needed to be rebuilt.
After Japan's surrender, Japan’s economy and government were devastated. Industries and farms were destroyed and the emperor was exposed as a mere mortal and not a god. The country’s infrastructure (transportation, communication, sewage, water, and electric systems) was demolished.
Why did North Korea invade South Korea, and what caused the Korean War.
North Korea wanted to spread communism to South Korea with the support of China and the Soviet Union.
In what year did the U.S become involved with the Vietnam War, and when were U.S troops withdrawn?
In 1965, the U.S became involved with the Vietnam War. However, in 1973, U.S troops were withdrawn.
Why did the Communist government develop the Great Leap Forward plan?
The Great Leap Forward would modernize and strengthen China’s economy by building up the coal, steel, and iron industries.
The Tiananmen Square Massacre occurred when and where?
The Tiananmen Square Massacre occurred on June 4th, 1989 in Beijing, China.
What did the U.S do for Japan's economy?
The U.S sent General MacArthur to help install a democratic government and the nation also offered financial support to rebuild Japan's economy.
How did the U.S and 19 other nations react to the invasion of South Korea?
The UN force, commanded by General Douglas MacArthur, forced North Korean soldiers out of South Korea and north to the Chinese border.
Why did the U.S become involved in the Vietnam War?
The U.S didn't want anymore communist countries in Southeast Asia.
What effect has the failure of the Great Leap Forward and the Cultural Revolution had on Chinese citizens currently?
Many Chinese citizens became fearful and distrustful of the Communist government that is maintained today.
How many were killed and injured in the Tiananmen Square Massacre?
Unfortunately, 2,600 were killed, and 6,000 were injured.
During which years did the U.S occupy Japan?
The U.S occupied Japan from 1945-1952.
After WWII which country controlled South Korea, and which country controlled North Korea?
The United States controlled South Korea, and the Soviet Union controlled North Korea.
What did the U.S lose in the Vietnam War?
Billions of dollars were spent and thousands of lives were lost. The U.S was also unsuccessful in the War, and South Vietnam fell to communism.