What promise to Sun Yat-sen did Yuan Shikai break?

He promised to build new roads but instead used the money for the military.
He promised to restore the Qing dynasty to rule in China but instead declared himself emperor.
He promised to continue forming a democracy but instead returned China to an imperial government.
He promised to restore traditional ways but instead took China in new directions.

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The promise that Yuan Shikai broke to Sun Yat-sen was: He promised to continue forming a democracy but instead returned China to an imperial government.

Initially, Yuan Shikai had been seen as a potential leader who could help stabilize China following the fall of the Qing dynasty. However, after gaining power, he became more autocratic and attempted to establish himself as emperor, undermining efforts for democratic governance. This move led to significant political turmoil in China.