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francisco franco came to power after a bloody revolution in spain. the government exerted control over many aspects of its citizens lives. franco promoted catholicism as the countrys primary religion. he also bitterly opposed communism and pledged to prevent it from spreading.
which aspect of francos rule most strongly indicates totalitarianism?
a. he promoted catholicism as the countrys primary religion.
b. the government exerted control over its citizens lives.
c. he bitterly opposed communism and pledged to prevent it from spreading.
d. the government came to power through a bloody revolution.

Explanation:

Totalitarianism is a form of government where the state has total control over all aspects of public and private life. Option B shows the government exerting control over citizens' lives, which is a key characteristic of totalitarianism. Promoting a religion (A) or opposing a political ideology (C) are not the most defining features of totalitarianism. Coming to power through a revolution (D) is a means of gaining power, not an indicator of the nature of the rule (totalitarianism).

Answer:

B. The government exerted control over its citizens' lives.