Chinese SAQ

Why was Japan in a position of power over China during WWI? How did this enable the Japanese mindset for their move into Manchuria?

1. The Japanese maintained power in China during WWI because they were allied with the Axis, and also had a large military. The League of Nations never did anything, so hey were able to take over them whenever they wanted and through use bombs. This helped the Japanese invade Manchuria because they were able to take over it because it was in such poor living habitations.

Why was communism so appealing to the masses in China? How did Mao capitalize on this?

2.Communism was so appealing to the masses in China because it was all about equality. At this point in time, they had already been invaded by Japan, and wanted somebody to change their government and fix their lifestyle. They also wanted their voices to be heard. Mao used these peoples needs by on this by going to the country side where all the peasants and told them about capatilism.

Why do you think Mao labeled the “Cultural Revolution” as such if its events didn’t really warrant it? What other time period in history can you compare it to?

3. Mao labeled the movement "Cultural Revolution" to make it seem very appealing to his country's people. This was just a simple propaganda technique where they used a half truth and supported in with bogus reasons. This can be compared to Hitler's conquering of the Sudetenland and surrounding areas.