- 1. Quotations from Chairman Mao, commonly known as the Little Red Book, is a seminal collection of the thoughts and ideologies of Mao Zedong, the founding father of the People's Republic of China. Published in 1964, this book became a key symbol of the Cultural Revolution and was widely distributed among the Chinese populace, serving as both a guide for political education and a tool for indoctrination. The text encompasses a range of topics, including class struggle, proletarian revolution, the role of the Communist Party, and the importance of rural agrarian strategies, reflecting Mao's distinct approach to Marxism-Leninism adapted to the Chinese context. The quotations are presented in a concise and impactful manner, making them accessible for all strata of society, from students to farmers, thereby promoting unwavering loyalty to Maoist philosophy and the revolutionary cause. The enduring legacy of the book lies in its influence not only in China but also globally, where it has inspired various movements and remains a point of reference for discussions on communism, revolution, and political thought.
What is the common English title of Mao Zedong's famous book of quotations?
A) Mao's Manifesto B) The Little Red Book C) The Communist Guide D) Quotations from Chairman Mao
- 2. What color is the original cover of Quotations from Chairman Mao?
A) Blue B) Red C) Green D) Yellow
- 3. During which Chinese political movement was the book most widely distributed?
A) Cultural Revolution B) Hundred Flowers Campaign C) Long March D) Great Leap Forward
- 4. What organization was primarily responsible for compiling the quotations?
A) Beijing University Press B) PLA General Political Department C) Central Party School D) Chinese Writers Association
- 5. How many chapters are in the standard edition?
A) 50 B) 25 C) 33 D) 40
- 6. What year was the first official edition published?
A) 1966 B) 1949 C) 1958 D) 1964
- 7. Which quote is famously associated with the book?
A) Political power grows out of the barrel of a gun B) The market is a good servant but a bad master C) It doesn't matter if a cat is black or white D) To get rich is glorious
- 8. Which group was required to carry the book at all times during the Cultural Revolution?
A) Red Guards B) Factory workers C) University professors D) Farmers
- 9. What is the Chinese name for the book?
A) Hóng Bǎo Shū B) Máo Zhǔxí Yǔlù C) Gémìng Zhǐnán D) Máo Zédōng Xuǎn Jí
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