Question

When he came to power in 1985, Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev

was seen as unlikable and opposed to change.
refused to meet with President Reagan.
hoped to improve relations with the West.
threatened aggressive military action against the United States.

Answer 1

Answer: Mikhail Gorbachev was seen as an unlikable leader when he came to power in 1985, but he hoped to improve relations with the West. He initially refused to meet with President Reagan, but later softened his stance and did not threaten aggressive military action against the United States.

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