The Russian Revolution

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What is the Russian Revolution?

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A period of political and social upheaval in Russia that led to the overthrow of the Tsarist autocracy and the rise of the Soviet Union.

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Who were the Romanovs?

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The last ruling dynasty of Russia, which ruled from 1613 until the Russian Revolution in 1917.

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What does 'USSR' stand for?

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Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, the socialist state that was established after the Russian Revolution.

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What was the main reason for the Russian Revolution?

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Widespread dissatisfaction with the Tsar's rule, economic hardship, and the desire for political reform.

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What is a Tsar?

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An emperor of Russia before the Russian Revolution.

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What was Lenin's role in the Russian Revolution?

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He was the leader of the Bolshevik Party and played a key role in the revolution, advocating for the overthrow of the Tsar.

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What does 'Bolshevik' mean?

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A member of the majority faction of the Russian Social Democratic Party, which later became the Communist Party.

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What was the October Revolution?

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The second phase of the Russian Revolution in 1917, when the Bolsheviks seized power.

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What were the main promises of Lenin to gain support?

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Peace, land, and bread.

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What was the impact of World War I on Russia?

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It exacerbated economic problems and led to widespread discontent with the Tsar's government.