Asked by Brittnie Watson on Jul 07, 2024

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Who seized power in the Soviet Union following Lenin's death in 1924?

A) Leon Trotsky
B) Joseph Stalin
C) Nikita Khrushchev
D) Leonid Brezhnev
E) Alexander Kerensky

Joseph Stalin

The leader of the Soviet Union from the mid-1920s until his death in 1953, known for his totalitarian rule, implementation of socialism, and the significant human cost of his policies.

Soviet Union

A socialist state that existed from 1922 to 1991, comprising Russia and several other republics, and was a major world power during the 20th century.

Lenin's Death

Refers to the death of Vladimir Lenin in 1924, which marked the end of his leadership of the Soviet Union and initiated a struggle for power.

  • Analyze the process through which Bolshevik authority was strengthened and the approaches taken to deal with opposition from political rivals.
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Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Joseph Stalin seized power in the Soviet Union following Lenin's death in 1924 through a combination of political maneuvering and ruthless tactics such as purges, arrests, and executions of his opponents.