Describe how Soviet nationalism grew under Stalin and the role it had in Soviet society.

Answer:

Responses may vary but should include some or all of the following information: Soviet nationalism grew under Stalin. Religious influence was reduced, and churches sometimes were destroyed. Literature, art, and music that the Communist party deemed questionable or threatening was banned. Russian art and culture was revered. Nationalist uprisings by non-Russian groups were put down, and non-Russian minorities often were persecuted.