"Death solves all problems. No man, no problem." Joseph Stalin--Soviet politician and leader (1924-1953) The above quote is commonly attributed to Joseph Stalin. How does this quote accurately describe Stalin's leadership style during the formation and industrialization of the Soviet Union? Stalin forced workers to work in dangerous conditions to achieve the objectives of his Five Year Plans.

Stalin frequently kicked political opponents out of the country to limit the opposition to his power and control within the Soviet Union.

Stalin saw death as the ultimate threat to his legacy and tried to ensure that as many of his achievements as possible had long-term effects.

Stalin had many political opponents killed as a way of building his own political power.