How Well Do You Know Josef Stalin

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The periods in which 'The 5 Year Plans' were in effect occurred three times
- True
- False

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Explore your knowledge of Josef Stalin with this focused quiz. Assess your understanding of his birth, the impactful 5 Year Plans, the Stalinist regime, and the Great Purges. This quiz is ideal for learners interested in Soviet history and political regimes.

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When was Josef Stalin born?
- 1897
- 1879
- 1798
Correct Answer

A. 1879

Explanation

Iosif Vissarionovich Dzhugashivilli (or Josef Stalin as he was more commonly known), was born on the 21st December, 1879, in Gori, Georgia

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Out of these five industries, name the two which were involved in the 5 Year Plan
- Coal
- Silver
- Gold
- Oil
- Nickel
Correct Answer(s)

A. Coal
A. Oil

Explanation

Each plan set a target which had to be met by the coal, oil, iron ore, pig iron and steel industries.

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How many officer corps were removed from the Red Army during the Great Purges
- 70 000
- 700 000
- 7 000
Correct Answer

A. 70 000

Explanation

During the Great Purges, approximately 70,000 officer corps were removed from the Red Army. This was part of Joseph Stalin's campaign to eliminate perceived threats and potential opposition within the Soviet Union. The purges targeted not only high-ranking military officials but also political opponents, intellectuals, and other individuals deemed disloyal to the regime. The removal of such a large number of officers had a significant impact on the military's leadership and effectiveness, ultimately weakening the Red Army.

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The Stalinist System was a regime associated with a regime of terror and _____________ rule.

Correct Answer
totalitarian

Explanation
Another of Josef Stalin's infamous plans was the Stalinist System. Stalinism was the communist philosophies which were unique to the dictatorship of Josef Stalin. It is also associated with a regime of terror and totalitarian rule.

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How Well Do You Know Josef Stalin

The periods in which 'The 5 Year Plans' were in effect occurred three times

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When was Josef Stalin born?

Out of these five industries, name the two which were involved in the 5 Year Plan

How many officer corps were removed from the Red Army during the Great Purges

The Stalinist System was a regime associated with a regime of terror and _____________ rule.