16 Russia 1917

What contributed to the discontent with the tsarist government? a

• Successful leadership of the Russian armies b
• Abundance of food in major cities c
• Unsuccessful leadership of the Russian armies and food shortages in major cities

Why did peasants sell less grain? a

• They were not allowed to sell grain b
• They had no grain to sell c
• They lacked purchasing power to buy goods

What caused factories to turn to war production or close? a

• Increased foreign trade opportunities b
• Blocked foreign trade c
• Lack of skilled workers

When did the February Revolution start? a

• February 1916 b
• February 1917 c
• 1918-02-01 00:00:00

How did the government's announcement of bread rationing worsen the situation? a

• It improved the availability of bread b
• It added to people's desperation c
• It led to a decrease in protests

What contributed to the large crowds during the protests? a

• Unusually cold weather b
• Unusually mild weather c
• Limited police presence

What led to the mutiny of the Pavlovsky Regiment? a

• The soldiers' loyalty to the tsar b
• The soldiers' refusal to use force against protesters c
• The soldiers' desire for better weapons

How many soldiers mutinied and joined the protests? a

• 15,000 b
• 50,000 c
• 150000.0

Why were the police unable to control the mutinous soldiers and demonstrators? a

• They lacked training b
• They were outnumbered c
• They were supportive of the protesters

Why were soldiers in other parts of Russia unsupportive of the government? a

• They were well-rested and ready for action b
• They were tired of the war c
• They were loyal to the tsar