Question

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how did stalin create the first communist state in russia?
○ a. he took over what lenin started.
○ b. he executed anyone who opposed him and/or sent them into forced labor camps.
○ c. he used media to distribute favorable propaganda.
○ d. all of the above.
○ e. a and b

Explanation:

• Option a: Lenin laid the groundwork for the Soviet state (a form of communist - like state in Russia). Stalin did build on Lenin's foundation.
• Option b: Stalin used repressive measures. He executed or sent opponents to forced - labor camps (Gulags) to eliminate opposition and consolidate power.
• Option c: Stalin used media for propaganda. He presented himself as a great leader and promoted the Soviet system in a favorable light.

Since all of these methods (taking over Lenin's work, using repression, and propaganda) were part of how Stalin maintained and developed the Soviet state (which is considered a form of communist - like state in the context of the question), the answer is all of the above.

Answer:

d. All of the above.