Multiple choice The Kuominatang lost ground because Chiang Kai-Sheik was kidnapped Japan occupied China's provinces America and Japan were at war widespread corruption had made Chiang Kai-Sheik unpopular Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself D Correct answer Explanation The Kuomintang (KMT) under Chiang Kai-shek suffered from significant internal issues, including widespread corruption, hyperinflation, and a failure to address the needs of the peasantry, which allowed the Communists to gain support.