Question
In 1966, Mao Zedong initiated the Cultural Revolution to
A.
adopt aspects of Western culture.
B.
purge China of counterrevolutionaries.
C.
redistribute wealth from owners to workers.
D.
promote distinctly Chinese arts and industries.
A.
adopt aspects of Western culture.
B.
purge China of counterrevolutionaries.
C.
redistribute wealth from owners to workers.
D.
promote distinctly Chinese arts and industries.
Answers
GPT-4o mini
In 1966, Mao Zedong initiated the Cultural Revolution primarily to **B. purge China of counterrevolutionaries**. The movement aimed to reinforce communist ideology by targeting perceived enemies within the Communist Party, intellectuals, and elements of traditional culture.