Joseph Stalin with political comrades in 1930s, and at the May Day parade in Moscow in 1945

The transcript discusses the rise of a leader in the communist hierarchy, highlighting his strategic maneuvers and the mysterious disappearance of his adversaries. It then delves into a philosophical clash with Trotsky, focusing on differing views on how to propagate communist ideology. Trotsky advocated for a global revolution to spread the Third Internationale, contrasting with the leader's approach.

What was the result of the Russian government's heavy-handed maneuvers?

• The rise of a new democratic leader

• The mysterious disappearance of its enemies

• The establishment of a new economic policy

• The signing of a peace treaty

Who clashed with the elder statesman over communist philosophy?

• A Georgian peasant dictator

• A French revolutionary

• An American diplomat

• A Russian noble

What was the main disagreement between the Georgian dictator and Trotsky?

• The leadership of the communist party

• The economic policies to be adopted

• The role of women in society

• The method of spreading communist philosophy

What did Trotsky and his followers advocate for?

• A worldwide revolution for the Third Internationale

• An alliance with Western democracies

• A focus on domestic policies

• A peaceful coexistence with capitalist countries

What was the purpose of the Third Internationale according to Trotsky?

• To spread communist ideology worldwide

• To establish trade relations

• To create a new world order

• To promote global peace