Russian Revolution

The Communist Manifesto is

• A political pamphlet written by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels.

• A scientific theory on evolution.

• A comprehensive economic plan for capitalism.

• A set of philosophical essays on art.

The two opposing classes mentioned in the Communist Manifesto are:

• Bourgeoisie and Proletariat

• Aristocracy and Bourgeoisie

• Nobility and Peasantry

• Capitalists and Workers

Socialism is

• An economic system emphasizing free markets

• A system where the state controls all industries

• An economic and political system that advocates for social ownership of the means of production and democratic control

• A form of government with strict hierarchical structure

In March 1917, who led a citywide strike in Petrograd?

• Factory owners

• Women textile workers

• Government officials

• Soldiers

Who was forced to abdicate his throne during the March Revolution?

• V.I. Lenin

• Joseph Stalin.

• Leon Trotsky

• Czar Nicholas II

What was one of the reasons for the failure of the Provisional Government in Russia?

• Support from soldiers

• Support from civilians

• Loss of support from soldiers and civilians

• Improved conditions in Russia.

The angry peasants demanded___________________ during the Provisional Government period.

• Redistribution of land

• Abolition of censorship

• Nationalization of industries

• Implementing high tariffs

A provisional government is defined as

• A temporary government set up until a stable, permanent government is in place

• A government that governs forever

• An international organization

• An advisory body with no real power

The Russians people felt the provisional government

• really supported the people

• was a failure because it did not address war and socio-economic issues.

• was ok

• address the reforms and improve conditions.

What were soviets formed by socialist revolutionaries?

• Local councils consisting of workers, peasants, and soldiers

• Military units

• Political parties

• Educational institutions