Post-Soviet Economic and Political Dynamics

The video discusses Gorbachev's role in ending the Cold War, highlighting his vilification and credit for the peaceful resolution. It explores the economic context of the 1970s, where the US faced decline and the Soviet Union seemed strong. Reagan's economic and military strategies in the 1980s weakened the Soviet Union, leading Gorbachev to realize the need for reforms. The Cold War ended peacefully due to Gorbachev's refusal to use force. Post-Soviet Union, Russia had the potential to become a major economic power but missed opportunities.

What role did the US play in ending the Cold War according to the transcript?

• The US had no significant role.

• The US was a cooperative partner in reducing tensions.

• The US solely ended the Cold War.

• The US increased tensions during the Cold War.

What was the economic condition of the US in the 1970s?

• The US was experiencing the Great Inflation.

• The US economy was booming.

• The US had a stable economy.

• The US was leading in technology.

How did the Soviet Union benefit economically in the 1970s?

• Through technological advancements.

• By receiving foreign aid.

• From high oil prices due to inflation.

• By increasing agricultural output.

What was one of Reagan's economic strategies in the 1980s?

• Focusing on agricultural development.

• Reviving the US economy and reducing oil prices.

• Increasing oil prices.

• Reducing military spending.

What impact did Reagan's policies have on the Soviet Union's economy?

• It increased Soviet agricultural output.

• It reduced the Soviet Union's economic windfalls.

• It had no impact.

• It strengthened the Soviet economy.

How did Reagan's actions influence Gorbachev's decisions?

• They forced Gorbachev to maintain the status quo.

• They had no influence on Gorbachev.

• They encouraged Gorbachev to use military force.

• They set conditions for Gorbachev to make changes.

What was remarkable about the end of the Cold War?

• It ended with the Soviet Union's victory.

• It ended peacefully without violence.

• It ended with significant violence.

• It ended with a nuclear war.

What was Gorbachev's vision for Russia post-Cold War?

• To isolate from the global community.

• To become a peaceful and prosperous society.

• To return to a closed society.

• To become a military superpower.

What potential did Russia have after the breakup of the Soviet Union?

• To become a major economic power.

• To become a small, isolated nation.

• To lose all international influence.

• To become a technological leader.

What was the state of the Russian Federation after the Soviet Union's breakup?

• It had a large land mass and population.

• It had no potential for growth.

• It was a small, insignificant country.

• It was immediately prosperous.