How did Joseph Stalin

develop a cult of personality to
assert his authority? (1 point)
He used this
development to deport
authors who opposed
him.
By taking control of the
government, he was
able to gain support.
By taking control of the
media, he portrayed
himself as a strong
leader.
He used this
development to
execute hundreds of
thousands.

By taking control of the media, he portrayed himself as a strong leader.