Stalin's purges are best described as
A) evidence that Stalin demanded absolute obedience in all areas of life.
B) a tragic mistake that weakened Stalin's leadership.
C) proof that Stalin was a madman.
D) regrettable, but necessary to stamp out counter-revolutionary activists.
E) having little impact on most Russians.
Answer: A
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