Russian Revolution Quizizz

What was the form of government in Russia before the Russian Revolution, as controlled by Nicholas II?

• A constitutional republic

• A parliamentary democracy

• An absolute monarchy

• A socialist state

What event on January 9, 1905, led to Nicholas II being forced to give up some of his power?

• The signing of the Russian Fundamental Law

• The establishment of the Dumas

• Bloody Sunday

• The abolition of the Dumas

What action did Nicholas II take in 1906 concerning the Duma?

• He expanded the powers of the Duma

• He dissolved the Duma

• He created the Duma

• He made the Duma the main legislative body

What was the main reason Czar Nicholas decided to take command of the Russian army in 1915?

• The Russian army was not as strong as the Western European nations' armies

• The Russian army had better weapons than the Western European nations' armies

• The Russian army was well-rested and prepared for battle

• The Russian army had a surplus of soldiers and resources

What was one of the reasons the Czarina Alexandra was influenced by Rasputin?

• Rasputin was a close relative of the royal family.

• Rasputin was believed to be able to heal her son, Alexi.

• Rasputin had a strong military background.

• Rasputin was a trusted political advisor.

What unusual event occurred during Rasputin's assassination?

• Rasputin was shot but showed no signs of injury.

• Rasputin's body was found to be invulnerable to poison.

• Rasputin appeared to have supernatural strength after being shot.

• Rasputin vanished into thin air, leaving no trace behind.

What was the main reason Czar Nicholas II was forced to abdicate the throne during the March Revolution of 1917?

• He decided to join the revolutionaries.

• The economy of Russia was flourishing.

• He was unable to manage the growing unrest and riots.

• He voluntarily gave up his power to promote democracy.

What does the term "abdicate" mean as used in the context of the March Revolution of 1917?

• To take control of the government.

• To give up power or throne.

• To join a political movement.

• To declare war on another country.

Who was the leader of the communist party in Russia during the October Revolution of 1917?

• Karl Marx

• The German government

• Vladimir Lenin

• The Czar

What did Lenin promise to war torn Russians to gain support for communism?

• Freedom, Equality, and Wealth

• Peace, Land, and Bread

• Justice, Work, and Education

• Rights, Safety, and Food