World War I and the Interwar Years — Test

Question 21 • World History

Which is the best definition of communism?

Answer

Communism is an economic system in which the distribution of property and resources is primarily controlled by the government.

Communism is a political system in which power lies in the hands of several political parties.

Communism is an economic system in which the distribution of property and resources is primarily controlled by private businesses.

Communism is a political system in which power lies in the hands of a single figure who acts as a monarch.

Explanation

Communism is an economic system in which the government controls property and resources and directs how they are distributed. Private businesses do not primarily control distribution, so C describes a different kind of economic system. D, government control of property and resources, is the best definition.

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