Which of the following is NOT a reason for the rivalry between China and the United States? A. China's and America's different political systems B. Competition for political influence in Asia C. America's resistance to China's free-market reforms D. China's friendly relations with American rivals, like Russia and North Korea 6. Which of these events demonstrated China's status as an important member of the international community? A. The 2008 Beijing Olympics B. The death of Deng Xiaoping in 1997 C. The construction of the Three Gorges Dam D. Xi Jinping's removal of term limits in China 7. What small island has the potential to spark conflict between China and the United States? A. Okinawa B. Iceland C. Taiwan D. Borneo

Here are the answers to your questions:

5. **Which of the following is NOT a reason for the rivalry between China and the United States?**
- C. America's resistance to China's free-market reforms
(This option doesn't align as clearly with reasons for rivalry as the others, which are more directly tied to geopolitical and ideological conflicts.)

6. **Which of these events demonstrated China's status as an important member of the international community?**
- A. The 2008 Beijing Olympics
(The Olympics showcased China on the global stage, highlighting its rise as a significant player in international affairs.)

7. **What small island has the potential to spark conflict between China and the United States?**
- C. Taiwan
(Taiwan is a highly sensitive topic in U.S.-China relations and has the potential to spark conflict due to China's claims over the island and U.S. support for it.)