Mt. Carmel High School

Nixon's visit to China

1. When did President Nixon arrive in China?

2. When did China detonate it's first atomic bomb?

3. Who are the 4 main people involved and what are their titles?

4. How did sports help lead to better communication between China and the United States?

5. During Henry Kissinger's secret trip, what argument did he make to Zhou Enlai that eventually led to President Nixon's visit to China?

6. At the conclusion of his visit to China, Nixon proclaimed, "We have been here one week. This is the week that changed the world." Do you agree or disagree with this statement. Include at least two examples to justify your opinion.