Forms of Government
This term describes a government that takes total, centralized state control over every aspect of public and private life.
What is Totalitarianism
Mussolini founded this political party in Italy in 1919, which would lead the country from 1922 to 1943
What is the National Fascist Party
This ideology, associated with Karl Marx, calls for public ownership of property and the abolition of social classes
What is communism
Fascism places the needs of this entity above the needs of individuals
What is the state
Totalitarian governments often control information by suppressing ideas or media through this practice
What is censorship
Mussolini gained power in 1922 through this relatively bloodless event, which involved marching on Rome
What is the March on Rome
While Communists seek a "world revolution" of workers, Fascists are defined by this extreme devotion to their own nation
What is nationalism
Fascists often glorified this as a sign of national strength
What is violence or militarism
These communication tools are used by the state to spread biased information and mold public mindsets.
What is propaganda
Mussolini adopted this title, meaning “the leader,” which symbolized his absolute authority and inspired other authoritarian rulers
Who is II Duce or El Duce
Both ideologies are ruled by this type of leader, who holds absolute power
What is a dictator
This term describes the Fascist rejection of multi-party elections and individual liberties, viewing parliamentary debate as a sign of national weakness.
What is antidemocratic
Totalitarian governments often control information by suppressing ideas or media through this practice
What are police spies
To gain support from the Catholic Church, Mussolini signed these 1929 agreements recognizing Vatican City as an independent state
What were the Lateran Accords
Fascism differs from Communism in that it allows for this type of property ownership, though the state still controls production
What is private property
Fascists followed the idea that war was a struggle for survival, echoing this famous biologist
Who is Charles Darwin