QUIZ The Russian Revolution

What type of regime existed in pre-revolutionary Russia?

• Constitutional monarchy

• Democratic republic

• Autocratic regime

• Federal state

Which institution supported the Tsar's absolute power?

• The military only

• The Orthodox Church

• The Duma

• The bourgeoisie

What was a characteristic of the Russian economy in the early 20th century?

• Highly industrialized

• Agricultural-based with large landowners and poor peasants

• Dominated by technology

• Focused on urban manufacturing

What social conditions did peasants and factory workers face in pre-revolutionary Russia?

• High wages and good working conditions

• Low wages and harsh working conditions

• Full employment and minimal taxes

• Wealth and land ownership

What was a major cause of social dissatisfaction in early 20th century Russia?

• Abundant food supply

• Political freedoms

• High taxes and food shortages

• Industrial prosperity

What significant defeat did Russia face in 1905?

• The Battle of the Somme

• The Russo-Japanese War

• The Crimean War

• World War I

What was the outcome of the 1905 Revolution?

• Complete democratic reforms

• Establishment of the Bolshevik government

• Tsar's promises of elections and reforms that were never fulfilled

• Peace with Japan

When did the February Revolution occur?

• 1916

• 1917

• 1918

• 1919

What triggered the February Revolution?

• A successful military campaign

• Economic hardship and military defeats

• Tsar's abdication

• An election

Who was the leader of the provisional government after the February Revolution?

• Lenin

• Trotsky

• Kerensky

• Nicholas II