26.3 Notes Russian Revolution

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was a major reason for unrest in Russia during World War I?

• Czar Nicholas II's successful reforms

• Improved economic conditions

• Russia was a troubled nation

• Peaceful political climate

Open Ended

Why do you think revolutions occur in countries, and what might be the significance of the Russian Revolution in world history?

Multiple Choice

What were the main goals of the Bolshevik group led by Vladimir Lenin before the war?

• To establish a monarchy in Russia

• To rule Russia as a socialist country

• To support Czar Nicholas II

• To maintain the status quo

Open Ended

How did the economic and military conditions in Russia in 1914 contribute to public unrest and demonstrations such as those in July 1917?

Multiple Select

Which of the following were major challenges faced by the Russian military at the start of World War I?

• Factories produced enough military supplies

• Transportation system was weak

• Military equipment was outdated

• Poor military leaders

Open Ended

In 1915, Czar Nicholas II took command of Russian forces. What impact did this have on the confidence of Russian soldiers in their leadership?

Open Ended

Based on the preceding slides, what factors contributed to the beginning of the Russian Revolution?

Multiple Choice

What were the main causes of the protests in Petrograd on March 8, 1917?

• Lack of fuel and food

• Desire for democracy

• Religious differences

• Foreign invasion

Multiple Choice

How did the actions of Nicholas II and the Duma contribute to the February Revolution?

• Nicholas II supported the Duma's reforms, leading to peace.

• Nicholas II disbanded the Duma, but the Duma defied him, showing loss of control.

• The Duma dissolved itself willingly, ending unrest.

• Nicholas II abdicated before any unrest occurred.

Open Ended

Describe the challenges faced by the provisional government after the abdication of Nicholas II.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following were goals of the Bolsheviks under Lenin?

• Establish a Marxist revolution

• Support the provisional government

• Maintain the monarchy

• Avoid any fundamental change

Open Ended

Explain the significance of the October Revolution for the future of Russia.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was NOT a policy implemented by Lenin and the Bolsheviks during the Revolution?

• Made private land ownership illegal

• Gave land to peasants

• Seized factories and gave control to workers

• Encouraged capitalist investment in factories

Open Ended

Explain how the Bolshevik Revolution and its aftermath affected Russia's involvement in World War I and its relationship with the Central Powers.

Multiple Select

Which of the following groups supported the White Army during the Russian Civil War?

• Army leaders

• Political opponents of the Bolsheviks

• Wealthy Russians against the Communist system

• Peasants loyal to Lenin

Multiple Choice

What were some of the major consequences of the Russian Civil War?

• Millions of Russians died in the fighting

• Russia gained new territories

• Famines swept across Russia

• Bolsheviks won in late 1920

Multiple Choice

What was the main goal of Lenin's New Economic Policy?

• To promote rapid industrialization

• To encourage more food production

• To eliminate all capitalist activity

• To increase military spending

Multiple Choice

Which event led to the formation of the Soviet Union?

• Russia united with her neighbors

• The death of Vladimir Lenin

• The Russian Revolution

• The signing of the Treaty of Versailles

Open Ended

Explain the geographical extent of the Soviet Union and name at least three countries that were part of it.

Open Ended

Reflecting on today's lesson about the Revolution in Russia, what questions do you still have or what would you like to learn more about regarding Russia's role in World War I and the causes of revolution?

Multiple Choice

How did Czar Nicholas II's approach to reform impact the likelihood of revolution in Russia during World War I?

• It prevented revolution by satisfying the people's demands.

• It had little effect, and economic conditions continued to worsen, making revolution likely.

• It led to immediate and widespread improvements in Russia.

• It strengthened Russia's economy and political stability.