Communism, Totalitarianism, and Democratic Freedom
Question 1 • TX-US Government
Why did some people support communist revolutions during the early twentieth century?They wanted monarchies to gain more power.They wanted businesses to operate without government involvement.They hoped revolutions would address poverty and economic inequality.They supported foreign military control.
Answer
A
They wanted monarchies to gain more power.
B
They wanted businesses to operate without government involvement.
C
They hoped revolutions would address poverty and economic inequality.
D
They supported foreign military control.
Explanation
Many people supported communist revolutions because they believed the revolutions would redistribute wealth and improve conditions for poor and working people. Their goal was to reduce poverty and economic inequality, not strengthen monarchies or promote businesses free from government involvement. The correct choice is “They hoped revolutions would address poverty and economic inequality.”
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