which of these statements accurately describes joseph stalin? choose two answers.\nhe was less brutal than…

which of these statements accurately describes joseph stalin? choose two answers.\nhe was less brutal than previous russian leaders.\nhe overthrew lenin to become leader of the ussr.\nhe cut steel production to improve the economy.\nhe restricted citizens’ personal rights and freedoms.\nhe held absolute power as a totalitarian dictator.
Answer
Answer:
- He restricted citizens’ personal rights and freedoms.
- He held absolute power as a totalitarian dictator.
Brief Explanations:
Stalin's regime was totalitarian, severely limiting civil - liberties and he had absolute power. He was not less brutal than previous leaders, did not overthrow Lenin (Lenin died), and aimed to increase industrial production like steel production, not cut it.