Background on The Russian Revolution

Intro to Animal Farm/Background on Russian Revolution

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What is the difference between a capitalist and a communist society?

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Communist Manifest argues ‘that revolution by the underclass is inevitable.’ Who, do you think, is this ‘underclass’?

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Was Tsar Nicholas II a fair ruler in Russia? Why or why not?

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What type of political system was set up by Lenin when he overthrew the tsar? (*pick one of the terms from the previous worksheet

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What was Stalin’s key focus when he came to power? Was it successful? Why or why not?

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Did Stalin adhere to the principles of communism, for which he claimed to stand? Was he a fair leader?