Gorbachev Flashcards
1
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What did Gorbachev do to end the Cold War?
A
- initiated sweeping reforms in the Communist Party and the Soviet system (i.e. glasnost, perestroika.
- signed various arms reduction agreements in order to end the arms race.
- stopped the Soviet Union interfering with the Eastern European satellite states.
2
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Define Uskorenie.
A
Acceleration of economic development
3
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What were Gorbachev’s reforms?
A
- Dissidents were released from jail.
- Banned books were published.
- Reforms in the political system such as elections for local governments.
- aspects of a free economy were introduced
- he toured the Soviet Union talking to voters.
4
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Define glasnost.
A
Openness, referring to the release of dissidents and the removal of censorship.
5
Q
How did Gorbachev first establish himself as a trustworthy leader who genuinely wanted peace.
A
He toured the industrial district of Moscow, talking to workers. Later, he toured all around the Soviet Union.
6
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Define perestroika.
A
restructuring
7
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What problems did glasnost cause?
A
The more freedom people gained, the more they wanted, the more they criticised Gorbachev. This made it difficult for the communist party to maintain power.
