China Flashcards
1
Q
When did the Great Chinese Famine occur?
A
1959-1961
2
Q
What political movement did the famine occur during?
A
The Great Leap Forward
3
Q
Who was the Great Leap Forward led by?
A
Mao Zedong
4
Q
According to government records, how many deaths did the famine cause?
A
15 million
5
Q
In his book ‘Mao’s Great Famine…’, how many deaths does Frank Dikötter believe were caused?
A
45 million
6
Q
How many tons of grain were lost between 1958-60?
A
57 million
7
Q
Name two environmental contributors to the loss of 57million tons of grain.
A
Drought and flooding.
8
Q
Name a source which argues that drought and flooding were the main causes of the famine.
A
The Asia Times 2010
9
Q
Name 3 government enforced changes to farming during the communist revolution.
A
Collectivisation, close planting and deep ploughing.
