Question

multiple choice
listen
what methods did stalin use to establish a totalitarian state?
select all that apply.
a controlled the economy with five-year plans
b imprisoned political opponents
c established a democratic system of elections
d manipulated the political system in his favor

Explanation:

Totalitarian states centralize control over all aspects of society. Stalin's five-year plans gave the state full control over the economy, eliminating private economic autonomy. He imprisoned and executed political opponents (like in the Great Purge) to eliminate dissent. He manipulated the political system, including rigging elections and consolidating power in the Communist Party and his own office, rather than establishing democratic elections (which are antithetical to totalitarian rule).

Answer:

A. Controlled the economy with five-year plans
B. Imprisoned political opponents
D. Manipulated the political system in his favor