Question

which of the following describes a difference between communism and fascism? a. fascists believed in equal rights for women and men, while communists believed that women should be forced to remain in the home. b. fascists believed that militaries existed for self - defense, while communists believed that militaries should be used to create empires. c. fascists believed that national identity should unify people, while communists believed that economic class should unify people. d. fascists favored a heavily regulated command economy, while communists allowed businesses to compete for profits.

Explanation:

Fascist ideology centers on ultranationalism, uniting people around national identity, race, or cultural heritage. Communist ideology is rooted in class struggle, uniting the working class (proletariat) across national lines against the ruling capitalist class (bourgeoisie). Options A, B, and D present incorrect reversals or false claims about the two ideologies.

Answer:

C. Fascists believed that national identity should unify people, while communists believed that economic class should unify people.