Question
How did the decline of the Soviet economy under Gorbachev affect citizens?
Many people had jobs, and they supported people who did not.
While many people faced poor working conditions, their jobs paid well.
While many people lived in poverty, they could get the basic goods they needed.
Many people faced poor working conditions and could not buy goods they wanted.
Many people had jobs, and they supported people who did not.
While many people faced poor working conditions, their jobs paid well.
While many people lived in poverty, they could get the basic goods they needed.
Many people faced poor working conditions and could not buy goods they wanted.
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The decline of the Soviet economy under Gorbachev had significant effects on citizens, particularly in the context of the reforms he implemented, such as "glasnost" (openness) and "perestroika" (restructuring). The correct statement capturing the experiences of many citizens during this period would be:
**"Many people faced poor working conditions and could not buy goods they wanted."**
During Gorbachev's leadership, the economy struggled with inefficiencies, shortages, and increased inflation. Many industries did not improve despite attempts at reform, which resulted in poor working conditions for many workers. Additionally, the shortages of consumer goods meant that while some basic goods were available, many citizens could not purchase the goods they truly desired. This period marked a significant decline in the standard of living for many Soviet citizens as the economic system began to fracture.
**"Many people faced poor working conditions and could not buy goods they wanted."**
During Gorbachev's leadership, the economy struggled with inefficiencies, shortages, and increased inflation. Many industries did not improve despite attempts at reform, which resulted in poor working conditions for many workers. Additionally, the shortages of consumer goods meant that while some basic goods were available, many citizens could not purchase the goods they truly desired. This period marked a significant decline in the standard of living for many Soviet citizens as the economic system began to fracture.