Chapter 21

Question 1

Name 2 errors Stalin made in the early stages of the war

Answer 1

• Had a panic attack and failed to assume leadership, in terms of the decision of moving the government from Moscow; he decided to leave it last minute.
• Relied on inferior commanders, who were only promoted due to political reasons after the purging
• Caused massive defeats in the south, after not allowing armies in Kiev to retreat, until it was too late

Question 2

What was the Land Lease Act

Answer 2

the United States provided military aid to the USSR during World War II, including weapons, vehicles, and other supplies.
- $180 billion in today’s currency