Suppose a dictator rises to power during a revolution. He is adored by many loyal followers, but uses secret police to eliminate any group who opposes him. The dictator does not support communist practices, but is also skeptical of free market capitalism. Which characteristic of this dictator is most closely aligned with totalitarianism?

A. He does not support communist practices.

B. He is adored by many loyal followers.

C. He rose to power during a revolution.

D. He uses secret police to eliminate any opposition.

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Jared Owens

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Suppose a dictator rises to power during a revolution. He is adored by many loyal followers, but uses secret police to eliminate any group who opposes him. The dictator does not support communist practices, but is also skeptical of free market capitalism. Which characteristic of this dictator is most closely aligned with totalitarianism?

A. He does not support communist practices.

B. He is adored by many loyal followers.

C. He rose to power during a revolution.

D. He uses secret police to eliminate any opposition.

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Cooper Gonzalez · Answer 1

D. He uses secret police to eliminate any opposition. A good example is hitlers nazi regime and the gestapo.

Trey Drake · Answer 2

Answer is D. A totalitarian government completely controls its country. It will wipe out any parties with a different opinion and controls many aspects of the people's life