4. The Soviet Union & Japan Flashcards
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What is Bolshevik ideology based on?
Marxist-Leninist principles advocating for a classless society.
What were the Bolsheviks’ views on the role of the proletariat?
They emphasized the proletariat leading the revolution.
What internal debates existed within the Bolshevik Party?
Differences over revolution direction, economic policies, and state roles.
How did the Bolsheviks consolidate power after 1917?
Through the October Revolution, Civil War victory, and political centralization.
What was the New Economic Policy (NEP)?
A policy reintroducing limited market mechanisms to revive the economy.
What characterized Stalinism?
Totalitarianism with propaganda, censorship, and state terror.
What role did nationalism play in early 20th-century Japan?
It surged as Japan asserted itself as a dominant Asian power.
How did Japan engage with Western powers during this period?
Through internationalism, adopting technologies and institutions.
What were the successes and failures of democracy in Japan?
Initial political participation increased, but corruption and military influence undermined it.
How did imperialism impact Japan?
Expanded territory and secured resources, affecting economy and relations.
What led to the rise of militarism in Japan?
Economic challenges and nationalist sentiment after the Great Depression.
What tensions existed between tradition and modernization in Japan?
Balancing Western influence with traditional culture caused societal tensions.
