Soviet Union History and Reforms

The video discusses the collapse of the USSR on December 25, 1991, following Mikhail Gorbachev's resignation. It explores the economic stagnation under Brezhnev, Gorbachev's reforms of perestroika and glasnost, and the rise of nationalism. The video highlights the complex factors leading to the USSR's downfall, including high military spending, failed reforms, and nationalist movements.

What significant event occurred on December 25, 1991?

• The Berlin Wall was built.

• The Soviet Union collapsed.

• Mikhail Gorbachev became the leader of the USSR.

• The Cold War began.

Who was the eighth and final leader of the Soviet Union?

• Boris Yeltsin

• Leonid Brezhnev

• Joseph Stalin

• Mikhail Gorbachev

What was the Era of Stagnation?

• A period of rapid economic growth in the USSR

• A time of political and economic stagnation under Brezhnev

• The beginning of the Cold War

• The era of Gorbachev's reforms

What was the main goal of Gorbachev's perestroika?

• To end the Cold War

• To strengthen the Communist Party's control

• To promote private enterprise and market mechanisms

• To increase military spending

What did glasnost aim to achieve?

• Increase in military power

• Expansion of the Soviet Union

• Open discussion and democratization

• Economic restructuring

What was a significant outcome of the 19th Party Conference in 1988?

• The election of Boris Yeltsin as President

• The introduction of multi-candidate elections

• The start of the Cold War

• The collapse of the Berlin Wall

Who played a significant role in promoting nationalist movements in the USSR?

• Boris Yeltsin

• Vladimir Lenin

• Joseph Stalin

• Leonid Brezhnev

What was the Brezhnev doctrine?

• A policy of economic reform

• A policy of nuclear disarmament

• A policy of military intervention in satellite states

• A policy of open discussion

Which was the first Soviet republic to declare independence?

• Ukraine

• Lithuania

• Estonia

• Latvia

What were some factors leading to the collapse of the Soviet Union?

• Successful reforms and increased nationalism

• High military spending and economic stagnation

• Strong leadership and military expansion

• Rapid economic growth and political stability