Life in a communist country Flashcards
How did the government control their people?
Left little room for opposition.
Strict policies.
People were encouraged to snitch.
How was propaganda used?
Media was cencored and would show the USA as the enemy.
Restricted freedom of expression, people would be punished for having opposing views.
Describe the living conditions.
Shared, cramped apartments.
Shortages of goods. (Rationing)
Free, low quality education focusing on communist ideoligy.
Free health services.
What restrictions were there?
Limited travel rights.
Religion banned.
What did people do for fun?
Attended government-sponsored events such as:
Concerts
Theatre
Exhibitons
These were closely monitered to make sure it followed the Soviet Ideoligy.
Describe the nationalism.
People of other ethnic groups were discriminated.
People were encoureged to demonstrate loyalty, those who didn’t were suspicious and punished.
