hw 3/11

1. Account for relative success of cult- why do you think it worked with Russian people?
Successful in making the people adore Stalin because he made it seem as if he was fixing their many problems through show trials, where Stalin punishes the bad guy and scares you into submission with one go, and giving the people education and thus a sort of power and hope in their future.

2. What conclusions can you reach about whether adulation Stalin received was genuine? Make notes of your answers?
According to a summary of accounts by the Russian people, they genuinely perceived him as a benefactor, traditional defender of the people, and charismatic leader.