Question

Joseph Stalin's rule in the Soviet Union was characterized by

(1) introduction of democratic political institutions
(2) encouragement of religious beliefs
(3) development of a market economy
(4) establishment of a totalitarian dictatorship

Answer 1

Your answer should be (4) establishment of a totalitarian dictatorship

Stalin did NOT like democracy, was an atheist who did NOT like religion, and did nothing to helpfully expand and broaden the market. He was a totalitarian dictator.

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