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Russian Revolution

Total questions: 12

Worksheet time: 6mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

The Communist Manifesto is

a)

A political pamphlet written by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels.

b)

A scientific theory on evolution.

c)

A comprehensive economic plan for capitalism.

d)

A set of philosophical essays on art.

2.

The two opposing classes mentioned in the Communist Manifesto are:

a)

Bourgeoisie and Proletariat

b)

Aristocracy and Bourgeoisie

c)

Nobility and Peasantry

d)

Capitalists and Workers

3.

Socialism is

a)

An economic system emphasizing free markets

b)

A system where the state controls all industries

c)

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

d)

A form of government with strict hierarchical structure

4.

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

a)

Factory owners

b)

Women textile workers

c)

Government officials

d)

Soldiers

5.

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

a)

V.I. Lenin

b)

Joseph Stalin.

c)

Leon Trotsky

d)

Czar Nicholas II

6.

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

a)

Support from soldiers

b)

Support from civilians

c)

Loss of support from soldiers and civilians

d)

Improved conditions in Russia.

7.

The angry peasants demanded___________________ during the Provisional Government period.

a)

Redistribution of land

b)

Abolition of censorship

c)

Nationalization of industries

d)

Implementing high tariffs

8.

A provisional government is defined as

a)

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

b)

A government that governs forever

c)

An international organization

d)

An advisory body with no real power

9.

The Russians people felt the provisional government

a)

really supported the people

b)

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

c)

was ok

d)

address the reforms and improve conditions.

10.

What were soviets formed by socialist revolutionaries?

a)

Local councils consisting of workers, peasants, and soldiers

b)

Military units

c)

Political parties

d)

Educational institutions

11.

Socialism was becoming more popular in Russia during the time of the Provisional Government

a)

Due to effective reforms implemented by the government.

b)

Because of the government's failure to meet socio-economic demands.

c)

Due to massive support from industrial workers and residents.

d)

Because rapid modernization succeeded under the government.

12.

What are soviets?

a)

Local councils of workers & soldiers

b)

Religious gatherings

c)

Sports clubs

d)

University associations