Case Study → Tensions Over Territory and Physical Resources - South and East China Seas (Edexcel A-Level Geography): Quizzes
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What is China's strategy to gain influence in the South and East China Seas called?
What is China's strategy to gain influence in the South and East China Seas called?
Island Chain strategy
What term is used to describe China's actions in the South and East China Seas?
What term is used to describe China's actions in the South and East China Seas?
Great Wall of Sand
In which years did China launch aircraft carriers to the islands?
In which years did China launch aircraft carriers to the islands?
2012 and 2019
Which two key resources make the area economically important to China?
Which two key resources make the area economically important to China?
Oil and gas
How did the USA respond to China's actions in the South and East China Seas?
How did the USA respond to China's actions in the South and East China Seas?
Sent patrol boats
In 2014, what did China begin constructing on Fiery Cross Reef?
In 2014, what did China begin constructing on Fiery Cross Reef?
An airport on reclaimed land
When did China announce the creation of 2 new administrative districts in the South China seas?
When did China announce the creation of 2 new administrative districts in the South China seas?
April 2020
Which island group does the new administrative district of Xisha cover?
Which island group does the new administrative district of Xisha cover?
Paracel Islands
What was Subi Reef being developed into in 2015?
What was Subi Reef being developed into in 2015?
A Chinese military base
Which country claims both the Paracel and Spratly Islands?
Which country claims both the Paracel and Spratly Islands?
Vietnam