Economic Growth in Russia (1861-1913)

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What year is used as the base for the economic growth chart?

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C) 1861

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Which sector grew the most from 1861 to 1913?

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C) Total industry

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Which of the following showed the least growth from 1861 to 1913?

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B) Total agriculture

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What major infrastructure supported Russia’s industrial development?

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B) Railways

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Growth in which area indicated an expanding role for the Russian state?

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B) Government revenue

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Why did many peasants leave the countryside for cities?

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C) To escape harsh rural conditions

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What was a common feature of urban factory life for peasants?

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C) Poor conditions and long hours

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What effect did growing grain exports have on rural Russia?

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C) Strain on food supply

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What enabled large increases in grain and iron exports?

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C) Expanding railway system

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What problem was caused by the location of Russia’s natural resources?

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C) Far from industry and factories