Understanding the Russian Revolution

What major global conflict was occurring during the Russian Revolution?

• World War II

• World War I

• Cold War

• Vietnam War

How many Russian soldiers died on the Eastern Front during World War I?

• 1.8 million

• 3 million

• 2.5 million

• 500,000

What was one of the significant military failures for Russia at the start of World War I?

• The Siege of Leningrad

• The Battle of Verdun

• The Battle of Stalingrad

• The Battle of Tannenberg

Who took personal command of the Russian army in August 1915?

• Joseph Stalin

• Leon Trotsky

• Vladimir Lenin

• Tsar Nicholas II

Who was left in charge of the Russian government while Tsar Nicholas II was at the front?

• Grand Duke Michael

• Empress Alexandra

• Prime Minister Stolypin

• General Brusilov

What was Tsarina Alexandra's reputation in terms of capability?

• Tsarina Alexandra had a mixed reputation; she was seen as strong-willed but politically inept.

• Tsarina Alexandra was universally praised for her political acumen.

• Tsarina Alexandra had a flawless reputation as a leader.

• She was known for her exceptional diplomatic skills.

Who was Grigory Rasputin?

• A famous Russian ballet dancer.

• A political leader during the Soviet era.

• An author of Russian literature.

• A Russian mystic and advisor to the Romanov family.

Why was Rasputin brought to the Russian court?

• Rasputin was brought to the Russian court to help heal Tsarevich Alexei.

• To lead the Russian army in World War I.

• To perform as a court magician.

• To serve as a political advisor to the Tsar.

What condition did Tsar Nicholas II's son, Alexei, suffer from?

• Asthma

• Anemia

• Hemophilia

• Diabetes

How did the Russian people feel about the Tsarist regime during the war?

• The Russian people were overwhelmingly supportive of the Tsarist regime during the war.

• The Russian people felt indifferent and unconcerned about the Tsarist regime during the war.

• The Russian people believed the Tsarist regime was doing an excellent job during the war.

• The Russian people felt increasingly discontented and frustrated with the Tsarist regime during the war.