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What is the Khrushchev Thaw?
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The Khrushchev Thaw refers to a period of political liberalization in the Soviet Union during the leadership of Nikita Khrushchev, which lasted approximately from the mid-1950s to the early 1960s.
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Who was the leader of the Soviet Union during the Thaw?
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Nikita Khrushchev.
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What were some key features of the Khrushchev Thaw?
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Increased freedom of expression, release of political prisoners, and the relaxation of censorship.
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What was the impact of the Thaw on Soviet literature and arts?
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There was a greater freedom for writers and artists, leading to a flourishing of literature that critically examined Soviet life.
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Name a famous novel published during the Khrushchev Thaw.
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One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich by Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn.
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How did the Thaw affect relations with Western countries?
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It led to a temporary easing of tensions between the Soviet Union and the Western bloc, leading to initiatives like the Moscow Youth Festival in 1957.
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What was one of the pivotal speeches given by Khrushchev that marked the beginning of the Thaw?
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The Secret Speech at the 20th Party Congress in 1956.
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What was the Secret Speech about?
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Khrushchev denounced Stalin's purges and cult of personality, advocating for a move away from repression.
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How did the Thaw influence the Soviet economy?
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There were attempts to reform agricultural and industrial policies, but results were mixed with some failures.
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Which policy did Khrushchev focus on to boost agriculture?
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The Virgin Lands Campaign, aiming to increase agricultural production by cultivating previously unused lands.
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What impact did the Thaw have on Eastern Europe?
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The Thaw inspired some Eastern European countries to seek their own forms of liberalization, such as the Hungarian Revolution of 1956.
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Did the Thaw completely eliminate censorship in the Soviet Union?
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No, while censorship was relaxed, it was not completely removed and could be reinstated if works were deemed too controversial.
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What was the outcome of the Thaw for Khrushchev himself?
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Despite initial successes, Khrushchev was eventually ousted from power in 1964, partly due to dissatisfaction with his policies.
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How did the Thaw period come to an end?
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The Thaw gradually ended with Khrushchev's removal from power, as hard-liners sought to reassert control.
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What is one criticism of Khrushchev’s Thaw?
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Some argue that the Thaw made liberal promises that were not fully realized, leading to disillusionment among Soviet citizens.
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