Totalitarianism in Italy: Mussolini's Regime

<p>Mussolini's dictatorship was not characterized by mass terror (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To strengthen his regime's legitimacy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A fallacy that needed to be dismantled (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To take the fascist oath (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>All forms of criticism were outlawed (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Everything within the state (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He enacted the Law on the Power of the Head of Government (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Saluting with the Roman salute (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>All opposition parties and trade unions were disbanded (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To take it with mental reservation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It marked the introduction of the 'Fascist Era'. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He coordinated much of the violence against political opponents. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He purged volatile members to appeal to affluent citizens. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It was a plebiscite presenting a list of fascist candidates. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It controlled all aspects of Italian media. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To develop a self-sustaining economy. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Battle for Education. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The north-south divide and rural poverty. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A political system where the state has absolute control over all aspects of society, with no opposition allowed.

Mussolini's belief that democracy is flawed and ineffective. He called it a "fallacy" and advocated for a strong, centralized government.

Mussolini's famous quote encapsulating his ideology: everything is within the state, nothing outside the state, nothing against the state.

Mussolini's vision for Italian society: discipline, faith, hard work, strong leadership, and unwavering loyalty to the state.

The fascist salute, commonly used by Mussolini's supporters, was a symbol of loyalty and obedience to the state.

The suppression of freedom of the press by Mussolini, restricting any criticism of the government.

A method used by Mussolini to enforce his authority, removing elected officials and replacing them with party-approved appointees.

The law that granted Mussolini absolute power, making him answerable only to the king, not parliament.

The reintroduction of the death penalty in Italy in 1926 was a direct result of Mussolini's fear of assassination attempts.

Despite the authoritarian nature of Mussolini's regime, Italy did not experience the same violent repression as Nazi Germany or Stalinist Russia. This was due to factors like a less-intensive use of the death penalty and the absence of concentration camps.

Mussolini, known for his vanity, used his survival from assassination attempts as a propaganda tool, claiming it as a sign of divine favor.

Mussolini's regime, despite its iron grip on power, craved legitimization from the Catholic Church and sought the Pope's endorsement.

The attempts on Mussolini's life, which ultimately failed, led to the strengthening of his secret police and the suppression of dissent, further tightening his grip on power.

Mussolini's calendar, starting in 1922 when he took power, renamed years. For example, 1932 was called "Fascist Era Year 10".

A key figure in Mussolini's regime, Farinacci coordinated violence against opponents and believed fascism was a religion.

Mussolini's attempt to reduce the PNF's violent reputation by removing its most volatile members.

The Fascist Grand Council became the decision-making body, replacing elections with a system where they chose the ministers.

In 1929, all Italian seats were filled with fascists, solidifying their control over the entire Chamber of Deputies.

Italy's economy improved during the 1920s but less due to fascism's policies and more due to global economic prosperity.

Mussolini's economic program to make Italy self-sufficient, aiming to prepare the country for conflict.

Italy's economic problems persisted despite Mussolini's efforts, exposing deep-rooted issues like the north-south divide and corruption.