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1. what was a common thread in the fall of communist regimes throughout eastern europe?
a. a decline in education and health care
b. poor economies and demands for more rights
c. a lack of strong leaders in communist governments
d. support for military alliance with the united states

2. how did glasnost contribute to the break-up of the soviet union?
a. restructuring the economy led to a change in the political structure
b. by allowing citizens more freedom to travel, people could see what they were missing
c. due to cuts in military spending, people were not afraid the army would stop their demonstrations
d. by allowing citizens to speak openly, people could express their frustrations