Question

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Statements often have implied meanings. What you say may not be what you mean. In the first column read what communism said or did. In the second column, read the true meaning of the act or words.

Match the statement with the true meaning. (Remember, often it is an act that implies something different than the meaning intended).


For example: "You can believe what you want, but as for me..." -- "You'd better believe like I do."

1. leaders want their labor policies to look good to the world
2. they pass laws made by the Politburo
3. people elect those chosen by Politburo
4. many writers and speakers have been jailed or detained
5. communism will take all and give very little sustenance


The Soviet Supreme passes laws, also the Presidium.

Better living and working conditions for the people.

Elections are held.

Lenin promised hungry people food and give generously.

Constitution lists personal freedoms, including freedom of speech.

Answer 1

1) Better living and working conditions for the people.

2) The laws are passed by the few in power, not the people.

3) Elections are held, but only candidates approved by the Politburo are allowed to run.

4) Writers and speakers who speak out against communism are punished.

5) Communism takes all resources and provides little sustenance in return.

Note: These interpretations are based on a critical analysis of communism as a political ideology and are not necessarily reflective of all individuals or groups who identify as communist.