Gr 11 History Term Test 1
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What event sparked the 1905 Revolution in Russia?

  • Assassination of Tsar Nicholas II
  • October Manifesto
  • Russo-Japanese War
  • Bloody Sunday (correct)

    • What was a major consequence of rapid industrialization in Russia?

  • Poor working conditions in cities (correct)
  • Increased wealth of peasants
  • Improved working conditions in cities
  • Development of the agricultural sector

    • What was the outcome of the 1905 Revolution?

  • The Russo-Japanese War ended with a Russian victory
  • The Russian monarchy was abolished
  • Tsar Nicholas II was overthrown
  • A constitution was established and a parliament (Duma) was formed (correct)

    • What was a social cause of discontent that fueled the revolution?

    <p>Increased inequality between rich and poor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main reason for the failure of the 1905 Revolution to overthrow the Tsar?

    <p>Real power remained with the Tsar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event triggered the February Revolution?

    <p>Acute food shortages and dissatisfaction with the war</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of Russia's involvement in World War I?

    <p>It led to widespread hardship and social unrest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main trigger for the February 1917 Revolution?

    <p>Severe food shortages and general discontent with the war effort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the February Revolution?

    <p>Tsar Nicholas II was forced to abdicate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the October Revolution?

    <p>A planned event by the Bolsheviks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the result of the October 1917 Revolution?

    <p>The Bolsheviks seized power and established a communist state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the result of the February 1917 Revolution?

    <p>The Provisional Government was established</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a consequence of the Provisional Government's inability to meet the demands of the populace?

    <p>A power vacuum was created, which the Bolsheviks exploited</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a political cause of the February and October Revolutions of 1917?

    <p>Autocratic rule and political repression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the Russian Civil War fought between?

    <p>The Red Army and the White Army</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was an economic cause of the February and October Revolutions of 1917?

    <p>The impact of World War I on the Russian economy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key factor in the Red Army's success?

    <p>The role of the Cheka</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a cause of the Russian Civil War?

    <p>The Bolsheviks' withdrawal from World War I</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of Lenin's April Theses?

    <p>It galvanized Lenin's supporters to prepare for a second revolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the Russian Civil War?

    <p>The Red Army emerged victorious</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main occupation of the majority of Russia's population in the 19th century?

    <p>Peasants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the result of Tsar Alexander II's emancipation of serfs in 1861?

    <p>A mobility that contributed to urban industrial growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main factor that led to the growth of an urban proletariat in Russia?

    <p>Rapid industrialization in the late 19th and early 20th centuries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the division between those who believed in a gradual approach to socialism and those who supported a more revolutionary approach?

    <p>The split between the Mensheviks and the Bolsheviks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main impact of industrialization on the Russian population?

    <p>The growth of an urban proletariat and a rise in dissatisfaction due to harsh working conditions and low wages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the theoretical foundation for revolutionary thought in Russia?

    <p>The Marxist ideology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main issue that led to the dissatisfaction among the urban proletariat in Russia?

    <p>Harsh working conditions and low wages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did the split between the Mensheviks and the Bolsheviks occur?

    <p>1903</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary purpose of the Immigration Act of 1924?

    <p>To severely limit immigration from southern and eastern Europe and Asia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the adoption of mass production techniques on consumer goods?

    <p>It made consumer goods more accessible to the masses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary cause of the stock market crash of 1929?

    <p>Speculation and overvalued stocks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the consequence of the credit structure in the 1920s?

    <p>It contributed to the stock market crash</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the Wall Street Crash of 1929 on banks?

    <p>Banks failed due to unpaid loans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the immediate consequence of the Wall Street Crash of 1929?

    <p>The economy spiraled into the Great Depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary focus of the First Five-Year Plan in the Soviet Union?

    <p>Targeting massive increases in heavy industry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of business closures and unemployment?

    <p>It led to widespread economic hardship</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the Great Purge on the Red Army?

    <p>It weakened the military by removing experienced leaders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterized the early 20th-century American capitalism?

    <p>Rapid industrial growth and significant labor changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of the New Deal?

    <p>To strengthen capitalism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was established in 1917 to coordinate war efforts?

    <p>The War Industries Board</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the consequence of the reduction in production and prices?

    <p>It further harmed the economy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the approach to business during the 1920s in the USA?

    <p>Laissez-faire approach with minimal government involvement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for the shift in political sentiment in 1932?

    <p>The government's inadequate response to the crisis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What contributed to the growth of labor unions in the 1920s?

    <p>Improved working conditions and higher wages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the focus of the Third Five-Year Plan in the Soviet Union?

    <p>Improving consumer goods production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the NKVD during the Great Purge?

    <p>It arrested, held show trials, and executed perceived enemies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the 1920s economic boom in the USA?

    <p>Massive expansion in American industry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the sentiment behind the 1920s immigration policies in the USA?

    <p>Nativist sentiment and isolationism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of War Communism during the Civil War?

    <p>To consolidate power and meet the demands of war through radical economic measures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the key features of War Communism?

    <p>Food requisitioning from peasants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the Kronstadt Rebellion in 1921?

    <p>The rebellion was crushed, but it indicated deep-seated dissatisfaction with Bolshevik methods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Stalin's interpretation of Marxism-Leninism?

    <p>Socialism in one country, focusing on internal development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of Stalin's economic reorganization?

    <p>Transforming the Soviet Union into a self-sufficient industrial superpower</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of collectivization under Stalin's rule?

    <p>To consolidate individual landholdings and labor into collective farms and state farms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of collectivization under Stalin's rule?

    <p>A devastating famine in Ukraine (1932-1933) and widespread resistance from peasants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the focus of Stalin's Five-Year Plans?

    <p>Rapid industrial growth, emphasizing heavy industries like steel, coal, and machinery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the result of the first Five-Year Plan (1928-1932)?

    <p>Ambitious production targets were partially met, at the cost of considerable human suffering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What replaced War Communism in 1921?

    <p>The New Economic Policy (NEP)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What marked a significant shift from the policies of Herbert Hoover?

    <p>Roosevelt's approach to economic recovery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main focus of the First New Deal?

    <p>Immediate relief for the needy, economic recovery, and financial reforms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC)?

    <p>To provide jobs through public works projects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the Social Security Act of 1935?

    <p>It established a system of old-age benefits and unemployment insurance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a weakening aspect of the New Deal?

    <p>Increased government control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the New Deal on ending the Great Depression?

    <p>Its impact on ending the Great Depression is debated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What ultimately lifted the U.S. fully out of the Great Depression?

    <p>The economic mobilization of World War II</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the legacy of the New Deal?

    <p>It led to significant changes in American society and governance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key factor in the economic recovery of the United States during World War II?

    <p>Increased industrial production and government spending</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the Second New Deal?

    <p>It introduced more comprehensive reforms in social security, labor relations, and housing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main reason for the increase in industrial production in the United States during World War II?

    <p>The anticipation of war and the need to produce war materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the war effort on employment in the United States?

    <p>It created millions of jobs and drastically reduced unemployment rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the result of the government's increased spending during World War II?

    <p>An injection of capital that stimulated economic activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the initial purpose of the Neutrality Acts?

    <p>To keep the United States out of foreign wars</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the Cash and Carry Policy?

    <p>A policy that allowed trade with belligerent nations as long as they paid cash and transported goods on their own ships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the transformative impact of World War II on the U.S. economy?

    <p>It effectively ended the Great Depression and revitalized industries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the long-term benefits of the war-related research and development during World War II?

    <p>The advancement of technological boundaries, leading to innovations with peacetime applications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the war effort on women's roles in the workforce?

    <p>They took on roles traditionally held by men, who were now overseas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary cause of the growth of an urban proletariat in Russia during the late 19th and early 20th centuries?

    <p>Rapid industrialization and urbanization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main consequence of the emancipation of serfs in 1861?

    <p>A mobility that contributed to urban industrial growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the theoretical foundation for revolutionary thought in Russia?

    <p>Karl Marx's theories</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary issue that led to dissatisfaction among the urban proletariat in Russia?

    <p>Harsh working conditions and low wages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the division between the Mensheviks and the Bolsheviks in 1903?

    <p>The crystallization of different factions within the Russian socialist movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main occupation of the majority of Russia's population in the 19th century?

    <p>Peasants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary impact of rapid industrialization on the Russian population?

    <p>A growth in dissatisfaction among the urban proletariat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the spread of Marxist ideas in Russia?

    <p>A resonance with the increasingly restive urban workers and some intellectuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of War Communism during the Russian Civil War?

    <p>To consolidate power and meet the demands of war through radical economic measures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the Kronstadt Rebellion in 1921?

    <p>It indicated deep-seated dissatisfaction with Bolshevik methods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main feature of Stalin's interpretation of Marxism-Leninism?

    <p>Focus on consolidating power and developing the Soviet economy independently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary objective of collectivization?

    <p>To modernize agriculture and increase food production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main focus of the Five-Year Plans under Stalin?

    <p>Rapid industrial growth, emphasizing heavy industries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the implementation of collectivization?

    <p>Widespread famine and millions of deaths</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the replacement of the New Economic Policy (NEP) with state control over industry?

    <p>It moved away from capitalist tendencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main goal of Stalin's economic reorganization?

    <p>To transform the Soviet Union into a self-sufficient industrial superpower</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a consequence of the implementation of War Communism?

    <p>Severe damage to the Russian economy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the economic and social challenges under War Communism?

    <p>The replacement of War Communism with the New Economic Policy (NEP) in 1921</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary purpose of the Immigration Act of 1924?

    <p>To limit immigration from southern and eastern Europe and Asia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the major consequence of the adoption of mass production techniques?

    <p>Reduced costs and made consumer goods more accessible to the masses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary cause of the stock market crash of 1929?

    <p>Rampant speculation and overvalued stocks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the immediate consequence of the Wall Street Crash of 1929?

    <p>The Great Depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary focus of the New Deal?

    <p>To restore economic stability and provide relief to the population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the consequence of the credit structure in the 1920s?

    <p>It contributed to the stock market crash of 1929</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of business closures and unemployment?

    <p>Increased economic hardship and drastically reduced consumer spending</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterized early 20th-century American capitalism?

    <p>Restrictive immigration policies and isolationist tendencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the approach to business during the 1920s in the USA?

    <p>Laissez-faire economics and minimal government oversight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the consequence of the reduction in production and prices?

    <p>Decreased revenues for businesses and further economic downturn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main consequence of Russia's rapid industrialization?

    <p>The growth of social disparities and poor working conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary cause of the February Revolution?

    <p>Acute food shortages and general dissatisfaction with the war</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the February Revolution?

    <p>The abdication of Tsar Nicholas II and the formation of the Provisional Government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main factor that contributed to the Bolsheviks' success in the October Revolution?

    <p>The inability of the Provisional Government to meet the demands of the populace</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the role of the Cheka during the Russian Civil War?

    <p>To suppress opposition through terror and executions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main reason for the opposition to the Bolsheviks' policies?

    <p>Their harsh methods and the dissolution of the Constituent Assembly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the Russian Civil War?

    <p>The victory of the Red Army and the consolidation of Bolshevik power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of War Communism during the Russian Civil War?

    <p>To nationalize key industries and allocate resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the Bolsheviks' withdrawal from World War I?

    <p>It displeased many, especially within the military</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main characteristic of the Red Army during the Russian Civil War?

    <p>It was well-organized and disciplined</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of the First Five-Year Plan in the Soviet Union?

    <p>To target massive increases in heavy industry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the Great Purge on the Soviet military?

    <p>It resulted in a weakening of the military</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for the growth of labor unions in the 1920s in the USA?

    <p>Improved working conditions and wages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the focus of the Second Five-Year Plan in the Soviet Union?

    <p>To continue emphasis on heavy industry and improve quality and efficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the War Industries Board in the USA during WWI?

    <p>It coordinated the production of war materials and set priorities in industrial production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary characteristic of the USA's economic policies during the 1920s?

    <p>A return to a laissez-faire approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the Third Five-Year Plan on the Soviet economy?

    <p>It was disrupted by WWII, shifting focus to military production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the role of the NKVD during the Great Purge?

    <p>It carried out arrests, show trials, and executions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary cause of the rolling back of labor protections in the 1920s in the USA?

    <p>The pro-capitalist ethos of the era</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the sentiment behind the 1920s immigration policies in the USA?

    <p>A growing nativist sentiment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main outcome of the 1905 Revolution in Russia?

    <p>The creation of a parliament (Duma)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the role of Father Georgii Gapon in the 1905 Revolution?

    <p>He led the Bloody Sunday protest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of Russia's involvement in World War I on the Russian economy?

    <p>It resulted in severe food shortages and economic disruptions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the slogan that galvanized the Bolsheviks in the October 1917 Revolution?

    <p>Peace, Land, and Bread</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the consequence of the autocratic rule and political repression in Russia?

    <p>It led to widespread dissatisfaction among various societal groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of Grigori Rasputin on the Russian monarchy?

    <p>He undermined the credibility of the monarchy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the Bolsheviks' seizure of power in October 1917?

    <p>The establishment of a communist state and withdrawal from WWI</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the failure of the Duma on the Russian monarchy?

    <p>It further destabilized the nation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the role of Lenin's April Theses in the October 1917 Revolution?

    <p>It galvanized supporters of Lenin to prepare for a second revolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the Provisional Government's inability to meet the demands of the populace?

    <p>It further destabilized the nation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary focus of the First New Deal?

    <p>Providing immediate relief for the needy and economic recovery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the New Deal on capitalism?

    <p>It strengthened the regulatory framework and created a safety net</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the New Deal in terms of ending the Great Depression?

    <p>It was ultimately the economic mobilization of World War II that lifted the US out of the Depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the legacy of the New Deal?

    <p>It laid the groundwork for modern welfare states and shaped future economic policies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for the economic recovery of the US during World War II?

    <p>Increased industrial production and government spending</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the New Deal on the role of the federal government in the economy?

    <p>It expanded the role of the federal government in the economy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) and the Works Progress Administration (WPA)?

    <p>To provide millions of jobs through public works projects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the New Deal on the economy?

    <p>It helped the US recover from the Great Depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the Second New Deal?

    <p>It introduced more comprehensive reforms in social security and labor relations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the criticism of the New Deal by some business leaders?

    <p>It imposed excessive regulations and high taxes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for the increased industrial production in the United States during World War II?

    <p>The anticipation of war and the need for military production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the war effort on the US employment rate?

    <p>Unemployment rates decreased drastically</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the result of the federal government's increased spending during World War II?

    <p>A massive injection of capital into the economy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary purpose of the Cash and Carry Policy?

    <p>To allow trade with belligerent nations while remaining neutral</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the economic mobilization for war in the United States?

    <p>The Great Depression ended</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant technological advancement resulting from World War II?

    <p>The discovery of radar and jet engines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the war effort on women in the workforce?

    <p>Women took on new roles traditionally held by men</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was NOT a factor contributing to the Russian Civil War?

    <p>Desire to reinstate the Romanov dynasty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary consequence of the Provisional Government's inability to meet the demands of the populace?

    <p>The power vacuum that facilitated the Bolshevik takeover</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following groups was NOT involved in the Russian Civil War?

    <p>Green Army</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary role of the Cheka during the Russian Civil War?

    <p>To suppress opposition through terror and executions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major factor contributing to the discontent among urban workers and peasants?

    <p>Rapid industrialization and urbanization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key geographical factor that contributed to the Bolsheviks' success in the Civil War?

    <p>Control of central areas, including Petrograd and Moscow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the February Revolution?

    <p>The abdication of Tsar Nicholas II</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major consequence of the Russian withdrawal from World War I?

    <p>Discontent among military veterans and active service members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of War Communism during the Russian Civil War?

    <p>To consolidate power and meet the demands of war through radical economic measures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key factor in the Red Army's success during the Civil War?

    <p>The leadership of Leon Trotsky</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the collectivization program introduced by Stalin?

    <p>The devastating famine in Ukraine (1932-1933) resulting in millions of deaths</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of War Communism during the Civil War?

    <p>To manage and control the economy through central planning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of Stalin's Five-Year Plans?

    <p>To focus on rapid industrial growth, emphasizing heavy industries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the Kronstadt Rebellion in 1921?

    <p>It indicated deep-seated dissatisfaction with Bolshevik methods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary focus of Stalin's interpretation of Marxism-Leninism?

    <p>Consolidating power and developing the Soviet economy independently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of War Communism on the Russian economy?

    <p>The Russian economy was severely damaged, with industrial output plummeting and agricultural production being insufficient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of Lenin's introduction of the New Economic Policy (NEP) in 1921?

    <p>To revitalize the economy by reintroducing private enterprise elements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary focus of Stalin's economic reorganization?

    <p>Mechanizing agriculture to increase productivity and support industrialization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the introduction of the NEP in 1921?

    <p>The economy was revitalized, and private enterprise elements were introduced</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of Stalin's collectivization program?

    <p>To modernize agriculture and accumulate capital</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary cause of the rapid growth of the urban proletariat in Russia during the late 19th and early 20th centuries?

    <p>The rapid industrialization and urbanization of Russia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary ideological influence on the Russian socialist movement?

    <p>The theories of Karl Marx</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary consequence of the emancipation of serfs in 1861?

    <p>The growth of an urban proletariat due to increased mobility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary factor that contributed to the dissatisfaction among the urban proletariat in Russia?

    <p>The harsh working conditions and low wages in urban industries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary outcome of the division between the Mensheviks and the Bolsheviks?

    <p>The split into separate socialist parties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary social structure of Russia in the 19th century?

    <p>An autocratic empire with a strict Tsarist regime</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary consequence of rapid industrialization in Russia?

    <p>The growth of an urban proletariat and a rise in dissatisfaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary theoretical foundation for revolutionary thought in Russia?

    <p>The theories of Karl Marx</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of the First New Deal?

    <p>To provide immediate relief for the needy, economic recovery, and financial reforms to prevent future depressions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the New Deal programs and legislation?

    <p>The New Deal helped the United States recover from the Great Depression, but its impact on ending it is debated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant shift marked by Roosevelt's approach?

    <p>A shift towards a mixed economy where government and private enterprise play roles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key aspect of the Emergency Banking Relief Act of 1933?

    <p>Stabilizing the banking system by closing insolvent banks and reorganizing the banking sector</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a weakening aspect of the New Deal?

    <p>The expansion of federal government's role in the economy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key factor that drove the economic recovery of the United States during World War II?

    <p>Increased industrial production and government spending</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the Social Security Act of 1935?

    <p>It established a system of old-age benefits and unemployment insurance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a strengthening aspect of the New Deal?

    <p>The creation of a safety net and regulatory frameworks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the New Deal on American society and governance?

    <p>It laid the groundwork for modern welfare states and shaped future economic policies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for the dissatisfaction among the urban proletariat in Russia?

    <p>The lack of access to credit and high unemployment rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary focus of the Second Five-Year Plan in the Soviet Union?

    <p>Continuing emphasis on heavy industry while improving quality and efficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main consequence of the Soviet Union's rapid industrialization during the 1920s and 1930s?

    <p>A worsening of labor relations and a decline in worker welfare</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the Great Purge in the Soviet Union during the late 1930s?

    <p>The weakening of the Red Army and a decline in military effectiveness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of the War Industries Board established in 1917 in the United States?

    <p>Coordinating the production of war materials and setting priorities in industrial production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the economic boom of the 1920s in the United States?

    <p>A massive expansion in American industry, facilitated by technological advancements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the sentiment behind the 1920s immigration policies in the United States?

    <p>A growing nativist sentiment and a desire to restrict immigration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary role of the NKVD during the Great Purge in the Soviet Union?

    <p>Carrying out arrests, show trials, and executions of perceived enemies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the Third Five-Year Plan in the Soviet Union?

    <p>A disruption in plans due to World War II, leading to a focus on military production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main consequence of the 1920s economic boom in the United States?

    <p>A growing inequality between the rich and the poor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of the economic policies promoted by Presidents Warren Harding and Calvin Coolidge in the 1920s?

    <p>Reducing government involvement in business and favoring a return to normalcy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major consequence of the United States' preparation for war?

    <p>A decrease in unemployment rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a result of the Cash and Carry Policy?

    <p>Exports increased and the U.S. economy benefited</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a transformative impact of World War II on the U.S. economy?

    <p>The U.S. became a war economy and the Great Depression ended</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a result of the government's massive spending during World War II?

    <p>Federal spending stimulated economic activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a technological advancement that resulted from World War II?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a role that women took on during World War II?

    <p>Traditionally male-oriented jobs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary focus of the U.S. government's policy during the early years of World War II?

    <p>Remaining neutral and isolationist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a long-term impact of World War II on the U.S. economy?

    <p>The war mobilization brought a sustained period of economic growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary consequence of the uneven distribution of wealth during the 1920s?

    <p>The stagnation of real wages and an overreliance on credit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was a key factor in the rise of advertising and consumer spending during the 1920s?

    <p>The introduction of mass production techniques</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary consequence of the Wall Street Crash of 1929 on the banking system?

    <p>The failure of over 650 banks and the collapse of around 4,000 more by 1933</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary focus of the New Deal introduced by Franklin D. Roosevelt?

    <p>To provide relief to the suffering population and restore economic stability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary consequence of the reduction in production and prices during the Great Depression?

    <p>A decrease in revenues for businesses, leading to further economic harm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for the shift in political sentiment in 1932?

    <p>The initial governmental response under President Hoover was seen as inadequate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary consequence of the credit structure in the 1920s?

    <p>Investors were unable to repay loans, leading to bankruptcies and further financial strain on banks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary consequence of the Immigration Act of 1924?

    <p>The severe limitation of immigration from southern and eastern Europe and Asia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary consequence of business closures and unemployment during the Great Depression?

    <p>Widespread economic hardship and drastically reduced consumer spending and investment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary consequence of the lack of regulations in the stock market during the 1920s?

    <p>The operation of speculative excess and risky investment practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary consequence of the Tsar's decision to dissolve the Duma multiple times?

    <p>The erosion of trust in the ruling class and further destabilization of the nation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary cause of the severe food shortages and general discontent with the war effort in Petrograd (St. Petersburg) in 1917?

    <p>The economic and social stresses exacerbated by World War I</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of Lenin's April Theses in 1917?

    <p>To galvanize his supporters to prepare for a second revolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary consequence of the October Revolution of 1917?

    <p>The withdrawal of Russia from World War I</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for the failure of the Provisional Government under Alexander Kerensky in 1917?

    <p>Its inability to address key issues like land reform and continued participation in WWI</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary consequence of the autocratic rule and political repression during the reign of Tsar Nicholas II?

    <p>The erosion of trust in the ruling class and widespread dissatisfaction among various societal groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary consequence of the influence of Grigori Rasputin in royal affairs during World War I?

    <p>The erosion of trust in the monarchy and the downfall of the Tsarist regime</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary cause of the widespread strikes, uprisings, and mutinies in 1905?

    <p>The Bloody Sunday massacre</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary consequence of the economic and social stresses exacerbated by World War I on Russian society?

    <p>The severe food shortages and general discontent with the war effort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of the Bolsheviks' slogan 'Peace, Land, and Bread'?

    <p>To capitalize on the general dissatisfaction with the war effort and the Provisional Government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which event was the immediate trigger for the February 1917 Revolution?

    <p>Severe food shortages and general discontent with the war effort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the consequences of the 1905 Revolution?

    <p>The promise of a constitution and the establishment of a parliament (Duma)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major political cause of the February and October Revolutions of 1917?

    <p>The failure of the Duma and the Provisional Government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key factor that contributed to the discontent among workers and peasants in Russia?

    <p>The government's inability to manage food supplies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the February Revolution?

    <p>The end of centuries of Romanov rule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major economic consequence of Russia's involvement in World War I?

    <p>Severe shortages of food and essential goods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main slogan of the Bolsheviks led by Lenin in 1917?

    <p>Peace, Land, and Bread</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key factor that contributed to the Bolsheviks' takeover in the October Revolution?

    <p>The Provisional Government's inability to meet the demands of the populace</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key feature of the Civil War in Russia?

    <p>The opposition to the Bolsheviks from various social groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary role of the Cheka during the Civil War?

    <p>To suppress opposition through terror and executions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of the First Five-Year Plan in the Soviet Union?

    <p>Targeted massive increases in heavy industry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the 1920s economic boom in the USA?

    <p>Rapid industrial growth and infrastructure development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the Great Purge on the Red Army?

    <p>Weakened the Red Army's leadership and initial ability to respond effectively</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the focus of the Second Five-Year Plan in the Soviet Union?

    <p>Continued emphasis on heavy industry while attempting to improve quality and efficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary sentiment behind the 1920s immigration policies in the USA?

    <p>Reflecting a growing nativist sentiment and tightening immigration restrictions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main consequence of the emancipation of serfs in 1861?

    <p>It allowed for the mobility of peasants and contributed to urban industrial growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary catalyst for the growth of an urban proletariat in Russia?

    <p>Rapid industrialization in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of Marxist ideas in Russia?

    <p>They provided a theoretical foundation for revolutionary thought.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the division between the Mensheviks and the Bolsheviks?

    <p>A split into different factions within the Russian socialist movement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main social class that made up the majority of Russia's population in the 19th century?

    <p>Peasants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of the First New Deal (1933-1935)?

    <p>Focus on immediate relief for the needy, economic recovery, and financial reforms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the New Deal on capitalism?

    <p>It strengthened the rights of labor unions and created a more sustainable economic environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the New Deal's economic and social programs?

    <p>The New Deal's programs helped the United States recover from the Great Depression, but its impact is debated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the legacy of the New Deal?

    <p>It led to significant changes in American society and governance, laying the groundwork for modern welfare states</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary factor that contributed to the economic recovery of the United States during World War II?

    <p>Increased industrial production and government spending</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of Stalin's policy of 'Socialism in One Country'?

    <p>To consolidate power and develop the Soviet Union's economy independently of global revolutionary movements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main consequence of collectivization in Ukraine?

    <p>A widespread famine, resulting in millions of deaths</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the focus of Stalin's Five-Year Plans?

    <p>Rapid industrial growth, emphasizing heavy industries like steel, coal, and machinery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for the replacement of War Communism with the New Economic Policy (NEP) in 1921?

    <p>The economic and social challenges under War Communism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the consequence of the forced requisitioning of grain from peasants during War Communism?

    <p>Widespread resentment and reduced agricultural output</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major factor contributing to the stock market crash of 1929?

    <p>Lack of regulation in the stock market</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant societal impact of the Great Depression?

    <p>Decline in living standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary role of advertising in the 1920s?

    <p>Encouraging consumer spending</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the Wall Street Crash of 1929?

    <p>The onset of the Great Depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the New Deal?

    <p>A series of reforms to restore economic stability and provide relief</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major factor that contributed to the increased industrial production in the United States during World War II?

    <p>The anticipation of war and the subsequent ramp-up in military production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant impact of the war effort on the United States labor market?

    <p>The creation of millions of jobs and a drastic reduction in unemployment rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of the Cash and Carry Policy during World War II?

    <p>To allow trade with belligerent nations as long as they paid cash and transported goods on their own ships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant outcome of the economic mobilization for war in the United States?

    <p>The effective end of the Great Depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant technological advancement that resulted from war-related research and development?

    <p>The creation of the atomic energy sector</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary outcome of the increased industrial production in the United States during World War II?

    <p>A significant reduction in unemployment rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the war-related research and development on the U.S. economy?

    <p>It pushed technological boundaries, leading to innovations with peacetime applications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for the increase in federal spending during World War II?

    <p>To fund massive projects like the construction of new factories and infrastructure improvements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the 'Cash and Carry Policy' during World War II?

    <p>It allowed trade with belligerent nations as long as they paid cash and transported goods on their own ships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the transformative impact of the war effort on the U.S. economy?

    <p>It effectively ended the Great Depression in the United States</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the role of women in the workforce during World War II?

    <p>They took on roles traditionally held by men, who were now overseas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the figure of 'Rosie the Riveter' during World War II?

    <p>She epitomized the role of women in the war effort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the massive government-funded projects during World War II?

    <p>A stimulation of economic activity across various sectors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the war effort on industries that had suffered during the Depression?

    <p>They found new life in producing military vehicles, weaponry, and other logistics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary focus of the U.S. economy during World War II?

    <p>Producing war materials and military logistics</p> Signup and view all the answers

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