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What defines totalitarianism in relation to authoritarianism?
What defines totalitarianism in relation to authoritarianism?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of fascism?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of fascism?
What was a key factor in Adolf Hitler's rise to power?
What was a key factor in Adolf Hitler's rise to power?
Which technique of dictatorship involves instilling fear in the population?
Which technique of dictatorship involves instilling fear in the population?
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How does communism differ from authoritarianism?
How does communism differ from authoritarianism?
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What is a major characteristic of a libertarian political ideology?
What is a major characteristic of a libertarian political ideology?
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Which concept promotes equality for all people?
Which concept promotes equality for all people?
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What role does nationalism play in techniques of dictatorship?
What role does nationalism play in techniques of dictatorship?
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What characterizes a coup d'état?
What characterizes a coup d'état?
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What is the main idea of crisis theory?
What is the main idea of crisis theory?
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What was the purpose of the glasnost policy?
What was the purpose of the glasnost policy?
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Which political system is characterized by power resting in the hands of a small, privileged group?
Which political system is characterized by power resting in the hands of a small, privileged group?
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What is one of the main objectives of perestroika?
What is one of the main objectives of perestroika?
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Which leader is associated with totalitarianism?
Which leader is associated with totalitarianism?
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What is the main argument presented by Karl Marx?
What is the main argument presented by Karl Marx?
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Which of the following political philosophies emphasizes the separation of powers?
Which of the following political philosophies emphasizes the separation of powers?
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What is a common technique used by dictators to maintain control?
What is a common technique used by dictators to maintain control?
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What is the primary characteristic of a reactionary individual?
What is the primary characteristic of a reactionary individual?
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What was a significant outcome of the Salt March in India?
What was a significant outcome of the Salt March in India?
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Which of the following best defines indoctrination?
Which of the following best defines indoctrination?
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Which leader is associated with the policy of Glasnost and Perestroika?
Which leader is associated with the policy of Glasnost and Perestroika?
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What does the term 'détente' refer to in the context of the Cold War?
What does the term 'détente' refer to in the context of the Cold War?
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Which movement is known for advocating civil rights through passive resistance?
Which movement is known for advocating civil rights through passive resistance?
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What was the primary goal of the Truman Doctrine?
What was the primary goal of the Truman Doctrine?
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Which concept describes the policy of extending a nation's influence or territory?
Which concept describes the policy of extending a nation's influence or territory?
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What was the primary reason for the establishment of COMECON?
What was the primary reason for the establishment of COMECON?
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Which statement best describes the role of a parliamentarian?
Which statement best describes the role of a parliamentarian?
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In the context of civil rights, what was Rosa Parks known for?
In the context of civil rights, what was Rosa Parks known for?
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What does the term dissident imply?
What does the term dissident imply?
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What was the significance of the Cuban Missile Crisis?
What was the significance of the Cuban Missile Crisis?
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Which ideology advocates for significant changes to society and politics?
Which ideology advocates for significant changes to society and politics?
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What was the primary aim of the U.S. strategy of containment during the Cold War?
What was the primary aim of the U.S. strategy of containment during the Cold War?
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Which term best describes the tactic of pushing dangerous conflicts to the brink of war to achieve political goals?
Which term best describes the tactic of pushing dangerous conflicts to the brink of war to achieve political goals?
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Which of the following policies asserted the U.S. commitment to support countries resisting communism?
Which of the following policies asserted the U.S. commitment to support countries resisting communism?
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What is the 'Domino Theory' associated with during the Cold War?
What is the 'Domino Theory' associated with during the Cold War?
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Which of the following describes the Brezhnev Doctrine?
Which of the following describes the Brezhnev Doctrine?
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What was the primary goal of the Marshall Plan?
What was the primary goal of the Marshall Plan?
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Which Cold War crisis was triggered by the presence of Soviet missiles in Cuba?
Which Cold War crisis was triggered by the presence of Soviet missiles in Cuba?
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What characterizes the term 'nonalignment' during the Cold War?
What characterizes the term 'nonalignment' during the Cold War?
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What was a significant consequence of the Hungarian Revolution in 1956?
What was a significant consequence of the Hungarian Revolution in 1956?
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What does the term 'demilitarized' refer to in the context of international conflict?
What does the term 'demilitarized' refer to in the context of international conflict?
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In the context of citizenship, what does 'civility' imply?
In the context of citizenship, what does 'civility' imply?
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Which concept is highlighted by 'individualism'?
Which concept is highlighted by 'individualism'?
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What does the term 'McCarthyism' refer to?
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Study Notes
Rejections of Liberalism: Dictatorships
- Authoritarianism/Totalitarianism: Dictatorships characterized by centralized power, often with a single leader, and suppression of opposition.
- Authoritarianism allows for some traditional social organizations
- Totalitarianism controls all aspects of citizens' lives.
- Communism (Stalin): Aims for a classless society with communal ownership of resources. Soviet Union under Stalin’s leadership is an example of this.
- Fascism (Hitler): An authoritarian system often totalitarian, characterized by a single leader. Nazi party under Hitler's rule is one example.
- Facist Government Characteristics: Authoritarian ideology, single leader, centralized autocracy, militarism, suppression of opposition and belief systems. Social hierarchy is often emphasized.
Rise of Adolf Hitler to Power
- Economic hardship and political instability facilitated Hitler's manipulation of the population.
- Hitler's Nazi Party effectively used propaganda to gain popular support.
- Hitler exploited societal disillusionment after the Great Depression.
- Once in power, Hitler suppressed opposition, transitioned to a totalitarian dictatorship, and pursued aggressive expansionist policies.
Techniques of Dictatorships
- Propaganda and Control of Information: Manipulation of information to maintain power.
- Centralization of Power: Concentration of authority, often under the leader.
- Cult of Personality: Building a leader's persona to bolster support.
- Violence and Intimidation: Use of force to suppress dissent.
- Manipulation: Using deception for political advantage.
- Nationalism: Exploiting national sentiment to gain support.
- Scapegoating: Blaming specific groups to garner public support.
- Alliances (Military): Forming alliances to increase power.
- Surveillance and Control: Monitoring and controlling citizens’ lives.
- Manipulation of Economy: Using economic policies to influence opinion.
- Promoting Fear and Uncertainty: Inspiring public fear to consolidate power.
Political Ideologies and Concepts
- Libertarian: Emphasizes individual freedom, personal responsibility, and limited government intervention.
- Egalitarian: Promotes equality for all.
- Authoritarian: Centralized power with limited individual rights or input.
- Parliamentarian: Member of parliament, representing the public in government.
- Reactionary: Opposes change and favors the past.
- Radical: Wants significant societal or political change.
- Monarchist: Supports a monarchy (king, queen, or emperor).
- Republican: Supports a republic with elected leaders.
- Dissident: Actively opposes authority.
- Indoctrination: Teaching beliefs without questioning.
- Illiberalism: Governments restrict individual freedoms and curb democratic rights.
- Response to Crisis: Examples include media control, cracking down on opposition to address security concerns.
Historical Examples of Challenges to Liberalism
- India's Salt March: Peaceful protest against British rule.
- Black Panthers/Malcolm X: Civil rights movement advocating for equality through assertive actions.
- Edward Snowden: Leaked information about government surveillance.
- Arab Spring: Protests demanding political freedoms, jobs, and an end to corruption.
Cold War
- COMECON: Soviet-led economic organization aimed at cooperation among communist countries.
- Warsaw Pact: Eastern Bloc military alliance.
- Marshall Plan: U.S. program to rebuild Western Europe after WWII.
- Truman Doctrine: U.S. policy opposing the spread of communism.
- Key Conflicts: World War II context, major figures, key events (Berlin Airlift, Berlin Wall, etc).
- Key figures and policies: Stalin, Khrushchev, Brezhnev, Gorbachev, Truman, Eisenhower, Kennedy, Nixon,Reagan, McCarthy, Roosevelt.
- Expansionism, Containment, Deterrence, Brinkmanship, Détente, Nonalignment, Liberation movements.
- Cold War Technologies: Nuclear, space race, development of weapons systems.
- Cold War Organizations: NATO, NORAD, Warsaw Pact, etc.
Post-War American Society (1950s)
- Consensus Culture: Post-war societal norms of conformity.
- Rise of the Middle Class: Economic prosperity and growth of consumerism.
- Suburbanization: Movement away from cities to suburbs.
- Levittown: Example of mass-produced suburban housing.
- Urban Challenges: Inner city issues face by many minorities, like black populations.
Important Historical Figures and Movements (20th Century)
- Gandhi: Peaceful resistance leader, particularly with the Salt March.
- Rosa Parks: Civil disobedience leader, Montgomery bus boycott.
- Martin Luther King Jr.: Civil rights leader, advocating for equality.
- Malcolm X: Advocated for radical approaches for equality.
Cold War Leaders and Policies
- Stalin (Soviet Union): Highly influential in shaping 20th cen politics through the Cold War.
- Khrushchev, Brezhnev, Gorbachev (Soviet Union): Known for varying approaches in the Cold War.
- Truman, Eisenhower, Kennedy, Nixon, Reagan (U.S.A): Key figures defining U.S. policy in the Cold War.
Terms (Liberalism and Democracy)
- Citizen advocacy, Citizenship, Civil rights, Civility, Collectivism, Common good, Dissent, Global consciousness, Identity, Ideology.
- Illiberalism, Individualism, Liberalism, Norms, Perspective, Progressivism, Self-interest, Humanitarian crises.
- Civil rights movements.
- Anti-war movements
- McCarthyism
- Pro-democracy movements
Rejection of Political Liberalism
- Great Man Theory, Anti-Semite, Autocracy, Communism, Conservatism (Burke), Coup d’état, Crisis theory, Fascism, Glasnost, Junta.
- Lenin, Stalin, Hitler.
- Marxism, Nazi Germany, Oligarchy, Perestroika, Totalitarianism, USSR.
Philosophers
- John Locke, Thomas Hobbes, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, John Stuart Mill, Edmund Burke, Adam Smith, Montesquieu, Karl Marx.
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Explore the key characteristics of authoritarianism and totalitarianism in this quiz on dictatorships. Examine the examples of Communism under Stalin and Fascism under Hitler, alongside their rise to power and impact on society. Test your understanding of these oppressive regimes and their ideology.
