Russian Political History and Leadership

The video covers Russia's history from Tsarist rule to the present, highlighting key events like the Bolshevik Revolution, the formation and collapse of the USSR, and the transition to the Russian Federation. It explains the current political structure, emphasizing the concentration of power in the presidency and the role of United Russia. The video also discusses the types of elections and the ongoing conflicts involving Russia, such as those with Ukraine and Chechnya.

Who was the last Tsar of Russia?

• Peter the Great

• Ivan the Terrible

• Nicholas II

• Alexander III

Who led the Bolshevik Revolution?

• Mikhail Gorbachev

• Leon Trotsky

• Joseph Stalin

• Vladimir Lenin

Which leader is known for his harsh policies and purges in the USSR?

• Leonid Brezhnev

• Vladimir Lenin

• Joseph Stalin

• Nikita Khrushchev

Under whose rule did the USSR fall apart?

• Joseph Stalin

• Nikita Khrushchev

• Mikhail Gorbachev

• Leonid Brezhnev

Who was the first president of the Russian Federation?

• Vladimir Putin

• Boris Yeltsin

• Dmitry Medvedev

• Mikhail Gorbachev

What did the 1993 Constitution of Russia establish?

• A monarchy

• A three-branch government

• A single-party system

• A military dictatorship

Who appoints the Prime Minister in Russia?

• The Federation Council

• The President

• The Duma

• The Supreme Court

How many members are there in the Duma?

• 300

• 450

• 500

• 600

What is the term length for the President of Russia?

• Six years

• Seven years

• Five years

• Four years

Which region did Russia recently take over, leading to conflicts with Ukraine?

• Donbas

• Kaliningrad

• Crimean Peninsula

• Chechnya