Stalin's Five Year Plans Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What was the purpose of the Five Year Plans?

Support international trade

Increase agricultural production

Greatly increase industrial production (correct)

Reduce unemployment

What were the goals of the Five Year Plans?

More machinery, more steel production, new factories, more oil production, more electrical power plants.

What caused the famine in 1928?

A shortfall in grain production (correct)

Government mismanagement

Poor weather conditions

Hoarding of grain by farmers (correct)

Kulaks were prosperous farmers who benefitted from Stalin's policies.

False Signup and view all the answers

What was forced collectivization?

Private farms were taken over by the government and farmers were to work as groups while giving all to the government. Signup and view all the answers

What was the first result of forced collectivization on the Soviet Union?

Widespread famine Signup and view all the answers

What was the industrial output comparison of Russia in the 1930s?

Industrial output exceeded that of France, Italy, and Japan. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Five Year Plans

Aimed to significantly boost industrial production in the Soviet Union.
Key focus on enhancing national infrastructure and industrial capabilities.

Goals of the Five Year Plans

Increasing machinery availability and capabilities.
Targeting higher steel production.
Establishing new factories across various sectors.
Expanding oil production and electricity generation through new power plants.

Famine in 1928

Resulted from decreased grain production.
Farmers hoarded grain, exacerbating food shortages.

Kulaks

Wealthier farmers who struggled under Stalin’s command economy.
Their ability to profit diminished due to centralization of production decisions.

Forced Collectivization

The government nationalized private farms.
Farmers were required to work collectively and submit all produce to the state.

The Result of Forced Collectivization on the Soviet Union

Initial outcomes included severe famine, leading to six to seven million deaths.
Long-term benefits included increased investments in industrial development, science, education, and military enhancements.

Russia in the 1930s

Industrial output surpassed that of major nations like France, Italy, and Japan, marking significant economic growth.

Description

Explore key concepts related to Stalin's Five Year Plans with these flashcards. Learn about industrial production goals, the impact of famine in 1928, and the role of kulaks in Soviet agriculture. Perfect for students of history focusing on Soviet economic policies.