72 Questions
Which of the following best describes Putin's relationship with the internet?
He rarely uses the internet
According to Ludmila, Putin's then-wife, how would he respond to questions about work?
He would answer them only at night
What is the main focus of Putin's narrative of Russian glory?
The new state
Why did Putin mourn the collapse of the Soviet Union?
Because of the national humiliation of a powerful state imploding
What was Putin's style of rule like?
Macho and tough-talking
What event did Putin use as a national founding myth for the new Russia?
The victory in World War II
Why did Putin want Russians to take pride in their history?
To distance Russia from its Soviet past
During the Cold War, the Soviet Union stood for nearly half a century as one of the two lodes of global power.
50 years
What was Vladimir Putin's role during the collapse of the Soviet Union?
He was a young KGB officer
What happened to the KGB headquarters in Dresden after the fall of the Berlin Wall?
It remained intact
Which two fascist regimes are mentioned in the text?
Benito Mussolini's Italy and Adolf Hitler's Germany
What is the author's argument regarding the turn towards ancient Greece and Rome by fascist regimes?
It was motivated by certain commonalities in national experience
What term does the author use to describe the relationship between political and social causes in the historic rootedness of fascist 'chronopolitics'?
Complex nexus
Which two fascist regimes are discussed in the text?
Italy and Germany
What is the term used to describe the phenomenon of fascist regimes seeking to resurrect a more ancient past?
Distant models
What is the main argument put forward in the text regarding the classicizing phenomena in Fascist Italy and Nazi Germany?
They have deep roots in their respective national cultures
What is the intention of the author in discussing the similarities between classicizing phenomena in Fascist Italy and Nazi Germany?
To suggest the role of ancient Greece and Rome in creating and strengthening national identities
Which historical figure did Mussolini idolize and compare himself to?
Augustus Caesar
What did Mussolini do to showcase his grand vision of a new Rome?
All of the above
What is the name of the exhibition ground that was intended to be the grand showcase of the Fascist Empire's future maritime base and the heart of ancient Rome?
Foro Mussolini (now Foro Italico)
Who contributed to the myth of Fascism's freshly-recreated and eternal Rome, lending credence, expression, and propagandistic power to the cult of romanità?
All of the above
Which of the following best describes the impact of the Fascist accession to power on Latin-language literature?
It sparked a surge in Latin-language literature
What was the purpose of the Codex Fori Mussolini?
To inspire future generations with a messianic depiction of Fascist history
Who were some of the key players involved in the negotiations that influenced Latin-language literature during the Fascist regime?
The regime and the academy
According to the text, what is the 'temporal turn'?
A new interest in the historical conceptualization of time and temporality
What is the term popularized by Claudio Fogu to describe Mussolini's temporal worldview?
Historic present
How are Nazism and Fascism portrayed in terms of their temporalities?
Constructing 'hybrid' temporalities to create a mythical and eternal 'new era'
What is the main focus of investigating the 'family resemblances' between Italian Fascism and National Socialism in terms of their 'futures past'?
The temporal dimension of each fascism's unique vision of its revolutionary mission
Which of the following statements about the relationship between Italian Fascism and the ancient Roman past is most accurate?
The 'myth of Rome' helped Mussolini consolidate Fascist power.
What did Mussolini ascribe to himself and transform the city of Rome into?
The qualities of a Roman emperor; a magnificent marble city
What did Mussolini declare as a national holiday and what did he pronounce a resurrection of?
Rome's 'birthday'; the Roman Empire
What did Mussolini think of ancient Romans and what did he constantly recur to in his thought?
The ancient Romans were incredible racists; ancient Rome as an exemplar and the pursuit of power in the Mediterranean
According to the text, what does author David Frum caution against?
Nostalgia
According to the text, what was the top rate of federal income tax in the 1950s?
95 percent
What does Mr. Frum suggest was the product of the 'we're-all-in-this-together spirit' during World War II?
Political consensus
What does Mr. Frum argue triggered a revolution in the 1960s?
Wartime discipline
According to Mr. Frum, what is 'more correct' regarding the national convulsion in American history?
It happened in the 1970s
According to author David Frum, what were the conditions in the 1950s that conservatives often idealize?
Consensus, stability, and respect for authority
What does David Frum caution against in his presentation?
Nostalgia
According to the text, what were the products of the society formed by war in the 1950s?
Conditions that were impermanent and unnatural
According to Mr. Frum, what was a key factor in producing political consensus in the postwar era?
The sense of common endeavor shared by GIs
What does Mr. Frum argue triggered a revolution in the 1960s?
The wartime discipline that persisted after World War II
According to Mr. Frum, what did conservatives cherish as a myth about the 1950s?
The Mayberry, USA
What does Mr. Frum suggest will lead America 'onward, toward something new'?
The mutability of human nature
Which slogan was used during the Brexit referendum to convey a nostalgic message?
Let's Take Back Control
What is the definition of nostalgia according to the text?
A combination of nostos and algia
Which political party in Turkey built their rhetoric on Ottoman nostalgia?
Populist Justice and Development Party
What is the impact of Ottoman nostalgia on populist attitudes in Turkey?
It has a significant positive relationship with populism
What is the main difference between Islamist Ottoman nostalgia and secular Kemalist nostalgia in terms of their impact on populist attitudes in Turkey?
Islamist Ottoman nostalgia has a stronger impact than secular Kemalist nostalgia
What is the relationship between nostalgia and populism according to the survey conducted in Turkey?
Nostalgia has a significant positive relationship with populism
How does nostalgia for a liberal past affect support for democracy?
It increases support for democracy
Which country's populist leaders often exploit nostalgia by referring to the glorious past of their country?
All of the above
What is the definition of nostalgia according to the text?
A combination of nostos and algia
What is the common theme among populist leaders' use of nostalgia?
Longing for the past
What is the impact of nostalgia on populism?
Nostalgia increases populism but not all types of nostalgia have the same impact
What is the main purpose of nostalgia in populism?
To generate an enemy image
Which type of nostalgia has a stronger impact on populist attitudes in Turkey?
Ottoman nostalgia
What is the relationship between collective nostalgia and populist attitudes in Turkey?
Collective nostalgia has a significant positive relationship with populist attitudes
What did Thomas Pynchon wonder about in his essay in 1984?
Whether it's acceptable to be a Luddite
What form do modern Luddites' 'machines' take?
Computer viruses and malware
How do the rest of us typically express our protests against technology?
By using technology to voice our concerns
What is the author's view on living with technology?
It is possible to live well with technology if we question its impact
What does the author suggest as a way to live well with technology?
Cutting the cord and shutting down smartphones occasionally
What is the author's opinion on standing up against certain technologies?
Standing up against technologies is important to prioritize human values
Who were the original Luddites and what were they opposed to?
Skilled machine operators opposed to technology
What led to the Luddite disturbances in the early 19th century?
All of the above
What was the government's response to the Luddite protests?
Both A and B
What technology did the Luddites commonly attack?
Stocking frame knitting machines
What was the main concern of the Luddites during the Industrial Revolution?
They were concerned about the fraudulent use of machines by manufacturers.
Who was Ned Ludd, the leader of the Luddites?
Ned Ludd was a fictional character created by the Luddites.
What did the Luddites use to destroy machines during their protests?
They used hammers and other hand tools.
Why did the Luddites become memorable and feared by manufacturers?
They had a reputation for violence and intimidation.
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