Apentix/AP US History/Unit 9: Period 9 (1980-Present)/Question
AP US Historyeasymcq1 pt

Mikhail Gorbachev's reforms in the Soviet Union paired perestroika, an economic restructuring, with glasnost, which was

A.a policy of political openness that permitted public criticism of the government
B.a plan to expand Soviet military control over Eastern Europe
C.a military buildup along the Chinese border
D.a return to Stalinist censorship

Explanation

Core Concept

Glasnost relaxed censorship and allowed open discussion, weakening the party's control over information. It was meant to energize reform but instead loosened the system it was intended to save.

Correct Answer

Aa policy of political openness that permitted public criticism of the government

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