On November 24, social media account “Li Laoshi is Not Your Teacher” revealed that a recent Chinese language exam for 8th graders in Fujian province included a question strongly resembling the details of Yu Menglong’s tragic death. Although the question didn’t name the actor, it described a “man falling from a building” incident and framed it as part of the “Clean Internet – 2025” campaign, emphasizing the dangers of rumor-spreading and urging students to “maintain order.”
The question’s messaging sparked immediate backlash. Critics claim the exam is subtly weaponizing education to shift focus away from uncovering truth, instead promoting state messaging on social media discipline.
Images of the test circulated widely, and netizens used platforms like Weibo and X to voice anger:
“They’re washing brains now—and starting with students?”
“The more they try to bury it, the more suspicious it becomes.”
“Disgraceful. This is propaganda hidden in homework.”
Some users even discovered the same test on the Xiaoyuan Souti (小猿搜题) education app, confirming its legitimacy.
Yu Menglong’s death on September 11 at age 37 was officially labeled an “alcohol-related accidental fall” by authorities, but public skepticism has persisted. Theories about his death, including allegations of foul play or elite involvement, have flooded online forums—leading to crackdowns on related posts under China’s “Clean Internet” policy.
Supporters of the test claim it serves as a media literacy lesson for young students. But many others believe it is a blatant attempt to normalize a specific narrative and distract from unanswered questions surrounding Yu’s case.
While some commenters remained neutral—urging for more evidence before jumping to conclusions—the controversy highlights a growing tension between public inquiry and state messaging in China.
As questions mount and discussions spill into unexpected spaces like school exams, Yu Menglong’s tragic end continues to symbolize a broader debate over truth, censorship, and the right to question.
Sources: Yahoo News
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