Russian Revolution and Russian Civil War

Front

What type of government was Russia known for before the revolution?

Back

Autocracy

Front

Who became Tsar of Russia in 1884?

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Nicholas II

Front

Which political group was led by Lenin?

Back

Bolsheviks

Front

What event is referred to as "Bloody Sunday" in the context of the 1905 Revolution?

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A peaceful protest by urban workers and peasants

Front

What was the main demand of the protesters during the 1905 Revolution?

Back

Better working conditions and suffrage

Front

What was the immediate consequence of the shooting during the protest?

Back

It sparked widespread strikes and uprisings

Front

What temporary change occurred in the Russian government after the protest?

Back

The Duma was allowed more power

Front

Who ran the government as an autocrat while Nicholas II was at the Eastern Front for the war?

Back

Czarina Alexandra

Front

Who heavily influenced Czarina Alexandra?

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Rasputin

Front

What effect did the scandals surrounding Rasputin have on the monarchy?

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They discredited the monarchy