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What was the perceived relationship between Ceauşescu and the Western leaders, according to the regime?
What was the perceived relationship between Ceauşescu and the Western leaders, according to the regime?
- He was known for his close alliance with the Soviet Union.
- He was believed to be a puppet leader controlled by other countries.
- He was considered a maverick of the Eastern Bloc. (correct)
- He was admired for his strong leadership style.
What did the regime claim about Ceauşescu's standing in the West?
What did the regime claim about Ceauşescu's standing in the West?
- He was considered a puppet of the Soviet Union.
- He was seen as an insignificant figure by Western powers.
- He was respected by Western leaders for his independence from the Soviet Union. (correct)
- He was feared and despised by Western leaders.
How did Ceauşescu distinguish himself from the Soviet Union's leadership?
How did Ceauşescu distinguish himself from the Soviet Union's leadership?
- By imitating Soviet leaders in his speeches.
- By disagreeing with the Soviet Union's leadership. (correct)
- By closely aligning with Soviet policies.
- By criticizing American presidents.
What was one reason why the narrator, an informer, found it surprising that Dan Van Dorn was working in their living room?
What was one reason why the narrator, an informer, found it surprising that Dan Van Dorn was working in their living room?
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Why did the narrator often wonder what foreigners thought of Romania?
Why did the narrator often wonder what foreigners thought of Romania?
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