Quizizz 22 (Totalitarianism)

What is totalitarianism?

• A system of government with limited control over its citizens

• A system of government in which one party rules with complete control over every aspect of the lives of its citizens

• A democratic system of government where citizens have multiple parties to choose from

• A form of government where the economy is controlled by international organizations

If a totalitarian dictator ruled the United States of America, what would likely change based on the definition of totalitarianism?

• The country would have multiple political parties with shared control.

• Citizens would have more freedom in economic and personal decisions.

• The government would have complete control over every aspect of the lives of its citizens.

• The country would become a monarchy with a king or queen.

What effects did Stalin's rule have on the Soviet Union?

• It led to a more democratic and open society.

• It resulted in significant economic decline and isolation.

• It brought about industrialization and strengthened the military.

• It caused the Soviet Union to lose territory and influence.

Why was Stalin feared in the Soviet Union?

• Because of his policies of openness and reform.

• Due to his role in defeating the Axis powers in World War II.

• Because of his use of terror and purges against his perceived enemies.

• Because he was a foreign ruler who did not understand the Soviet people.

What is propaganda?

• A type of entertainment

• A method of scientific research

• The spreading of ideas to promote a cause or damage an opposing cause

• A form of religious teaching

How did Joseph Stalin use propaganda during his reign?

• To promote democratic values

• To influence the beliefs and actions of the Russian people

• To support anti-Communist ideas

• To provide factual news without bias

What was the main goal of Stalin's Five Year Plans?

• To reduce the production of industrial goods

• To maintain the status quo of industrial production

• To increase the production of agricultural products

• To increase the production of industrial goods

What was collectivization?

• A policy to increase industrial output by privatizing factories

• A policy to increase agricultural output by consolidating individual farms into large, government-owned farms

• A voluntary program where peasants could choose to combine their land

• A military strategy to improve food distribution during wartime

What was the Holodomor?

• A natural disaster that occurred in Ukraine

• A forced famine in Ukraine during 1932-1933

• A political movement in the early 20th century

• A battle during World War II

What was the main purpose of the Soviet secret police under Stalin's rule?

• To promote Soviet propaganda abroad

• To solidify Stalin's hold on power by eliminating enemies

• To provide public services to the Soviet citizens

• To engage in trade with foreign intelligence networks