Mao Zedong (1893–1976) Flashcards
When was Mao Zedong born?
Mao Zedong was born on December 26, 1893.
Where was Mao Zedong born?
He was born in Shaoshan, Hunan Province, China.
What significant political party did Mao Zedong join in the 1920s?
Mao Zedong joined the Communist Party of China (CPC).
What was Mao Zedong’s most significant achievement in 1949?
Mao founded the People’s Republic of China in 1949.
What was the Long March?
The Long March (1934-1935) was a year-long retreat by the Communist Party, solidifying Mao’s leadership.
What political doctrine did Mao Zedong develop?
Maoism, a variant of Marxism-Leninism that emphasized peasant revolution and guerrilla warfare.
What was the goal of the Great Leap Forward (1958-1962)?
The Great Leap Forward aimed to rapidly industrialize China.
What was a major consequence of the Great Leap Forward?
The Great Leap Forward led to a massive famine, causing millions of deaths.
What was the Cultural Revolution (1966-1976)?
The Cultural Revolution was a political movement launched by Mao to purge counter-revolutionary elements and renew communist ideology.
What group played a key role in enforcing the Cultural Revolution?
The Red Guards, mostly young students, were central in enforcing the Cultural Revolution.
How is Mao Zedong remembered in China today?
Mao is remembered as the ‘Father of Modern China,’ and his image is still prominent, like his portrait over Tiananmen Square.
How did Mao’s policies influence global revolutions?
Maoism influenced revolutionary movements in countries like Vietnam, Cambodia, and Peru.
What are two major events that tarnished Mao’s legacy?
The Great Leap Forward and the Cultural Revolution, both of which led to widespread suffering and deaths.
What book became an iconic symbol of Mao’s ideas?
‘Quotations from Chairman Mao,’ also known as the ‘Little Red Book.’
What river did Mao swim across in 1966 as part of his ‘Swimming Diplomacy’?
Mao swam across the Yangtze River in 1966 to show his vitality.
