The new world order

Question 1

Name a few economic ways in which the USSR was increasingly suffering during the 1970’s

Answer 1

Collectivized agriculture was unproductive - had to import
State didnt invest in consumer industries = grey market developed
Corruption
Demotivated workers

Question 2

Name a few social ways in which the USSR was increasingly suffering during the 1970’s

Answer 2

Alcoholism and absenteeism from work
Lack of belief in communism
USSR consisted of many ethnic groups = conflict increasing

Question 3

Name a few international problems in which the USSR was increasingly suffering during the 1970’s

Answer 3

0% growth meant no development in weapons
Afghanistan war 1979
China border clashes in 1969
Ronald Reagans SDI(star wars) protects USA from missiles made USSR look weak

Question 4

What key event happened in 1985

Answer 4

Gorbachev new president

Question 5

When did Gorbachev start introducing his reforms

Answer 5

1985-1990

Question 6

Name and explain his 4 reforms

Answer 6

1) Perestroika - Reconstruction. 1985. Make economy more efficient. Investment was encouraged. People could start co-operatives
2) Glasnost - Openess. 1986. Free and open debate about Russia’s problems. Media allowed to criticise government. Results in attacks and demands for freedom
3) Democratisation. 1988. Political parties allowed to form. Free elections for “new” parliament. Results in open criticism of communism and Gorbachevs ideals.
4) Detente. Reduce CW Tensions. Negotiates nuclear weapons reduction. Eases China tensions