Gr 12 History Ch 6.1: Glasnost
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What was one of the symbolic gestures of Glasnost?

  • Strengthening of the Soviet military
  • Release of political prisoners (correct)
  • Limitation of cultural expression
  • Implementation of stricter economic policies

    • What was a consequence of the public discussion about historical repressions?

  • Confrontation of the past and prevention of similar atrocities (correct)
  • Economic growth and stability
  • Suppression of cultural expression
  • Increased trust in the Soviet government

    • What was a result of the cultural revival under Glasnost?

  • Suppression of artistic expression
  • Limited access to information
  • A flourishing of cultural expression (correct)
  • Economic stability

    • What was one of the unintended consequences of Glasnost?

    <p>Unleashing of pent-up frustrations and highlighting ethnic tensions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Glasnost affect the economy?

    <p>Exacerbated economic difficulties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a contribution of Glasnost to the Soviet Union?

    <p>Strengthening of civil society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main objective of Glasnost policy introduced by Mikhail Gorbachev?

    <p>To increase transparency and freedom of expression in the Soviet Union</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of freedom of speech in Glasnost?

    <p>It was a significant departure from the stringent controls over expression under previous Soviet leaders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of Glasnost on the media?

    <p>It allowed for greater media freedom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of government criticism and transparency in Glasnost?

    <p>To foster a new level of accountability within the Soviet administration and reduce corruption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of Glasnost on the electoral process?

    <p>It introduced measures to allow for more democratic processes within the socialist framework</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of introducing competitive elements in elections for local offices?

    <p>To increase public engagement and participation in governance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of Glasnost in the context of Soviet history?

    <p>It was a radical policy that aimed to revitalize the Soviet Union</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the relationship between Glasnost and Perestroika?

    <p>Glasnost was a complementary policy to Perestroika</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of Mikhail Gorbachev's reform agenda, including Glasnost and Perestroika?

    <p>To revitalize the Soviet Union through increased transparency and freedom of expression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key aspect of freedom of speech under Glasnost?

    <p>Journalists and writers could discuss previously taboo topics without fear of repercussions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a result of the increased media freedom under Glasnost?

    <p>Media outlets could report on previously censored topics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of government criticism and transparency under Glasnost?

    <p>To reduce corruption and increase accountability within the government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant aspect of electoral reforms under Glasnost?

    <p>Competitive elements were introduced in elections for local offices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key goal of introducing competitive elements in elections for local offices?

    <p>To increase public engagement and participation in governance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of Glasnost in the context of Soviet history?

    <p>It was a radical policy aimed at revitalizing the Soviet Union</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the relationship between Glasnost and Perestroika?

    <p>They were complementary policies aimed at revitalizing the Soviet Union</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant outcome of the release of political prisoners under Glasnost?

    <p>Liberalization of Soviet society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key aspect of the cultural revival under Glasnost?

    <p>Exploration of new forms of art and culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a consequence of the public discussion about historical repressions under Glasnost?

    <p>Confrontation of the past and prevention of atrocities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Glasnost contribute to the strengthening of civil society?

    <p>By encouraging NGO development and more robust dialogue about state functions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was an unintended consequence of Glasnost?

    <p>Unleashing of pent-up frustrations and highlighting ethnic and national tensions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a result of the increased openness about the state's economic struggles under Glasnost?

    <p>Public disillusionment and panic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of Mikhail Gorbachev's reform agenda, including Glasnost and Perestroika?

    <p>To revitalize the Soviet Union through increased transparency and freedom of expression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant impact of Glasnost on the media?

    <p>It allowed for greater media freedom and critical reporting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key aspect of electoral reforms under Glasnost?

    <p>The introduction of competitive elements in elections for local offices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a consequence of increased transparency under Glasnost?

    <p>A significant decrease in government corruption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key aspect of freedom of speech under Glasnost?

    <p>The allowance of open discussion on previously taboo topics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a goal of government criticism and transparency under Glasnost?

    <p>To increase accountability within the Soviet administration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key component of Glasnost?

    <p>Freedom of speech and media freedom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of Glasnost in the context of Soviet history?

    <p>It was a transformative element of Gorbachev's broader reform agenda</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a way that Glasnost addressed the injustices of previous Soviet administrations?

    <p>By releasing thousands of political prisoners</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key consequence of the cultural revival under Glasnost?

    <p>A deep influence on both Soviet and global art and culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Glasnost's policy of public discussion about historical repressions contribute to the strengthening of civil society?

    <p>By confronting the past and promoting a more open and accountable government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key challenge of Glasnost's policy of increased transparency and openness about the state's economic struggles?

    <p>It led to public disillusionment and panic, exacerbating economic difficulties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key consequence of Glasnost's unintended consequence of highlighting ethnic and national tensions?

    <p>It contributed to the unrest that eventually led to the dissolution of the Soviet Union</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key way that Glasnost contributed to the strengthening of civil society?

    <p>By encouraging the development of NGOs and promoting more robust dialogue about state functions</p> Signup and view all the answers

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