The Cold War under Brezhnev

Question 1

In his speech “On the Cult of Personality,” Khrushchev spoke against Stalin’s policy of

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eliminating opposing opinions.

Question 2

Why did Khrushchev believe the “cult of personality” was wrong? Check all that apply.

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It focused on a single individual rather than the party.; It demanded total submission to the will of one person.

Question 3

Under Khrushchev, how did the USSR proceed in the arms race with the US?

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They developed new and powerful weapons.

Question 4

What was the main reason Khrushchev called for increased agricultural output?

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to improve the standard of living

Question 5

One reform Khrushchev instituted was to

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open the country to foreign visitors.

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