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By 1937, everyone was an employee of the ______.
By 1937, everyone was an employee of the ______.
state
Stalin's economic transformation aimed to expand from an agrarian state to a modern industrial ______.
Stalin's economic transformation aimed to expand from an agrarian state to a modern industrial ______.
superpower
Approximately 60% of farms were ______ by December 1929 to March 1930.
Approximately 60% of farms were ______ by December 1929 to March 1930.
collectivized
Stalinism greatly impacted society through total control of media and ______.
Stalinism greatly impacted society through total control of media and ______.
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Stalin's regime implemented a harsh system of ______ that controlled the media.
Stalin's regime implemented a harsh system of ______ that controlled the media.
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Propaganda posters depicted Soviet society as smiling citizens living under a wise and caring ______.
Propaganda posters depicted Soviet society as smiling citizens living under a wise and caring ______.
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The artistic style known as ______ realism glorified communist values and techniques.
The artistic style known as ______ realism glorified communist values and techniques.
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Ilya Mashkov's painting 'Soviet Breads' depicted an abundance of life within the communist ______.
Ilya Mashkov's painting 'Soviet Breads' depicted an abundance of life within the communist ______.
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Stalin's policy of 'Socialism in One Country' focused on building and strengthening the socialist state within ______.
Stalin's policy of 'Socialism in One Country' focused on building and strengthening the socialist state within ______.
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Trotsky believed in a vision of 'Permanent Revolution', emphasizing the need for global support from the working class in more ______ areas.
Trotsky believed in a vision of 'Permanent Revolution', emphasizing the need for global support from the working class in more ______ areas.
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Stalin utilized ______ and patriotism to connect with the Russian populace during a period of instability.
Stalin utilized ______ and patriotism to connect with the Russian populace during a period of instability.
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Trotsky's emphasis on global revolution was met with resistance due to the Russian people's desire to rebuild ______.
Trotsky's emphasis on global revolution was met with resistance due to the Russian people's desire to rebuild ______.
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Stalin portrayed Trotsky as a ______ of the Soviet Union to garner support from the peasantry and Bolshevik Party members.
Stalin portrayed Trotsky as a ______ of the Soviet Union to garner support from the peasantry and Bolshevik Party members.
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Stalin portrayed Trotsky as an isolate and posturing Jewish intellectual threatening the security of the Soviet ______.
Stalin portrayed Trotsky as an isolate and posturing Jewish intellectual threatening the security of the Soviet ______.
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The leadership conflict was characterized by differing visions, notably ‘Socialism in One Country’ versus ‘Permanent ______.’
The leadership conflict was characterized by differing visions, notably ‘Socialism in One Country’ versus ‘Permanent ______.’
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The NEP was originally introduced by Lenin as a ‘tactical measure’ to regain the support of the ______.
The NEP was originally introduced by Lenin as a ‘tactical measure’ to regain the support of the ______.
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Trotsky believed Russia needed to modernize and industrialize to build a strong industrial ______.
Trotsky believed Russia needed to modernize and industrialize to build a strong industrial ______.
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The Right Communists called for a continuation of the NEP to encourage the affluence of the ______.
The Right Communists called for a continuation of the NEP to encourage the affluence of the ______.
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Stalin manipulated Trotsky's disagreement to the NEP as a way of undermining him amid food ______ and struggles.
Stalin manipulated Trotsky's disagreement to the NEP as a way of undermining him amid food ______ and struggles.
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In Socialist Realism, artistic representation often depicted the idealized lives of workers in the ______.
In Socialist Realism, artistic representation often depicted the idealized lives of workers in the ______.
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Propaganda and media control were crucial for Stalin to effectively communicate his vision and ______ opposition.
Propaganda and media control were crucial for Stalin to effectively communicate his vision and ______ opposition.
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Study Notes
Stalinist Transformation of Soviet Society
- Stalin consolidated power in the late 1920s and early 1930s through Stalinism.
- Stalinism transformed all aspects of Russian society, including political, economic, and cultural landscapes.
- By 1937, nearly all Soviet citizens were employees of the state.
- This was a shift from an agrarian society to a modern industrial power under Stalinism.
Stalinist Economic Transformation
- Stalin aimed to rapidly industrialize the Soviet Union.
- Collectivization of farms was implemented, replacing small farms with large collective farms (kolkhozes) and state farms (sovkhozes).
- Collectivization increased state control and modernized agriculture.
- This resulted in the removal of kulaks (wealthy landowners).
- A major famine occurred in the late 1920s and 1930s due to grain exportation and collectivization.
- The economy experienced substantial growth, although it came at a high human cost.
- By Dec 1929 - Mar 1930, 60% of peasant farms were collectivised.
Stalinist Cultural Transformation
- Stalin controlled media and education to promote his ideology.
- Propaganda was used to glorify Stalin and demonize opposition.
- Socialist realism became the dominant artistic style and reflected the communist values.
- Education was used to instill communist values, aiming to create a new generation of citizens under the regime.
- Media portrayed a positive portrayal of Soviet society, hiding poverty and famine.
- Stalin's policies led to a significant impact upon art, culture, education, and religion as he became an integral component of each.
Leadership Conflict (1924-1929)
- Differing visions about the Soviet Union led to a leadership struggle.
- Stalin's vision of "Socialism in One Country" focused on building a strong state internally.
- Trotsky's vision of "Permanent Revolution" advocated for spreading communism globally.
- Stalin's policies and power of patronage resulted in his triumph within the party.
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This quiz explores the profound changes in Soviet society under Stalin's rule, highlighting the shift from an agrarian economy to a modern industrial power. It covers the key aspects of Stalinism, including economic policies like collectivization and their social impacts. Test your understanding of how these transformations affected political, cultural, and economic landscapes in the USSR.
