Multiple choice Which situation is characteristic of totalitarianism? Artists and musicians experience artistic freedom Individualism is encouraged The freedom of speech, press, and religion are denied Judges and the courts are independent of government control Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself C Correct answer Explanation Totalitarianism is characterized by total state control over all aspects of public and private life. This includes the suppression of dissent, denial of civil liberties like free speech and press, and the lack of an independent judiciary.