6th Grade: RUSSIA Flashcard

Front

Until what year did the Czars reign in Russia?

Back

1917

Front

What was Ivan IV known for regarding his treatment of the Russian nobility?

Back

Paranoia and harsh treatment

Front

Who did Boris Godunov succeed as regent?

Back

Ivan the Terrible

Front

What did Peter the Great expand in Russia?

Back

The borders

Front

Which city is associated with Peter the Great's efforts to modernize Russia?

Back

St. Petersburg

Front

What happened to Nicholas II and his family in July 1918?

Back

They were executed.

Front

Who overthrew the provisional government in Russia?

Back

Vladimir Lenin

Front

What was the main action taken by Lenin and the workers class in Russia?

Back

Overthrew the provisional government

Front

What was the goal of the Soviet Union's government, economy, and society?

Back

To focus on the needs of the people as a whole

Front

What happened to the U.S.S.R. after the Soviet Union fell?

Back

It was divided into independent republics.