Question

question 7 of 20
what impact did mao zedong have on china?
a. he supported an economic system that polarized china into two distinct classes.
b. he preserved much of chinese history and culture through his cultural revolution.
c. his alliance with joseph stalin forced china into conflicts with north korea.
d. his great leap forward brought economic ruin and famine to the country.

Explanation:

• Option A: Mao Zedong aimed to eliminate class distinctions through socialist policies, not polarize into two distinct classes.
• Option B: The Cultural Revolution (1966 - 1976) led to the destruction of many cultural relics and historical sites, not preservation.
• Option C: Mao Zedong's alliance with Joseph Stalin did not force China into conflicts with North Korea. In fact, China supported North Korea in the Korean War.
• Option D: The Great Leap Forward (1958 - 1962) was a campaign for economic and social transformation. However, due to mismanagement, unrealistic goals, and natural disasters, it led to economic difficulties and famine in some areas.

Answer:

D. His Great Leap Forward brought economic ruin and famine to the country.