Modernization in China

Question 1

What was Ji-li’s reaction to her upcoming audition for the Liberation Army dance troupe?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

C: She was excited and proud, because it was an honor to serve the government.

Question 2

Why did Ji-li’s father prevent her from auditioning for the dance troupe?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: He knew the family could not pass a background investigation.

Question 3

According to the passage, why did Mao want the Four Olds destroyed?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: They needed to destroy old ways in order for communism to succeed.

Question 4

What did the sound of the gongs and drums represent?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: The Red Guards were going to search a home for items of value.

Question 5

How does Ji-li explain why so many people went along with the Cultural Revolution?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: The people of China were forced to believe that the Cultural Revolution was the only way to protect China’s cultural and economic stability.

Modernization in China Answers