Societal Change in the 19th Century

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What was one major consequence of industrialization during the nineteenth century?

Equal distribution of wealth among the workforce

Decrease in urban populations

Expansion of railways and industrialized regions (correct)

Increased agricultural productivity

What issues arose from rapid urban growth in the nineteenth century?

Surplus housing and improved sanitation

Long work hours and poor wages (correct)

Increased social equality among classes

Universal employment opportunities

Which group was primarily involved in seeking solutions to emerging social issues after industrialization?

International investors

Wealthy aristocrats

Liberals and radicals (correct)

The unemployed working class

How did liberal and radical property owners view their wealth?

As a product of individual effort and enterprise Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant characteristic of the suffragette movement?

It sought to give women the right to vote. Signup and view all the answers

What did liberals and radicals oppose regarding the aristocracy?

The privileges given by birth Signup and view all the answers

What were common problems faced by the workforce during industrialization?

Poor pay and frequent unemployment Signup and view all the answers

What was one belief held by liberals regarding economic workforce health?

Economic health stems from an educated and healthy workforce. Signup and view all the answers

What was the main demand of socialist associations in Germany before 1914?

Reduction of working hours Signup and view all the answers

Which political party did socialists in Germany collaborate with during their early efforts?

Social Democratic Party (SPD) Signup and view all the answers

What significant event is the Paris Commune of 1871 best known for?

The emergence of a peoples' government Signup and view all the answers

What was one important legacy associated with the Paris Commune?

The workers’ red flag Signup and view all the answers

What was a major outcome for socialists and trade unionists in Britain by 1905?

Establishment of a Labour Party Signup and view all the answers

What occurred during the October Revolution in 1917?

Socialists took over the government in Russia Signup and view all the answers

How did socialists' ideas influence European governments before 1914?

They shaped legislation despite conservative rule Signup and view all the answers

What was a common characteristic of socialist movements in Europe by 1914?

They failed to establish a government Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason for the scarcity of industrial goods in Russia during World War I?

German control of the Baltic Sea Signup and view all the answers

What significant event occurred on 22 February in Petrograd during the winter of 1917?

A lockout at a factory Signup and view all the answers

What contributed to the breakdown of railway lines in Russia by 1916?

Increased transportation of grain to the army Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the main reasons for worker riots in Petrograd in early 1917?

Widespread labor strikes due to food shortages Signup and view all the answers

Which area of Petrograd was primarily associated with the workers and factories?

The right bank of the River Neva Signup and view all the answers

What action did Marfa Vasileva take that initiated the workers' strike?

She declared an impromptu strike. Signup and view all the answers

How did the winter of 1917 affect the social conditions in Petrograd?

It caused exceptional frost and heavy snow Signup and view all the answers

Which statement reflects Marfa Vasileva's reason for refusing to work?

She believed that all workers deserved to be satiated. Signup and view all the answers

What was a consequence of the Tsar’s desire to dissolve the Duma?

Increased opposition from parliamentarians Signup and view all the answers

What happened to small workshops in Russia during the war efforts?

They shut down due to labor shortages Signup and view all the answers

What was the context of the strike initiated by the women workers?

It coincided with Women's Day celebrations. Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the actions taken by the Bolshevik leader Vladimir Lenin upon his return in April 1917?

He proposed land transfer to the peasants. Signup and view all the answers

What did the foreman send Marfa Vasileva after she declared a strike?

A loaf of bread. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Soviets' refer to in the context of this content?

Workers' councils formed across Russia. Signup and view all the answers

What significant change occurred regarding public meetings and associations under the Provisional Government?

Restrictions were removed. Signup and view all the answers

How did the workers react to Marfa's actions at the factory?

They joined her in the strike. Signup and view all the answers

What was a primary cause of the peasant insurrections mentioned in the report from K.M. Karlson?

Distortions of the Party’s line regarding collectivisation Signup and view all the answers

What were common consequences faced by individuals arrested during the insurrections?

Exile, imprisonment, or execution Signup and view all the answers

How did Stalin and his supporters respond to criticisms of the Planned Economy and collectivisation?

They accused critics of conspiracy against socialism Signup and view all the answers

What is noted about the prisoners and those in labor camps by 1939?

They included many innocent individuals Signup and view all the answers

What was a common method through which confessions were obtained from prisoners?

Torture and coercion Signup and view all the answers

What was the age of the peasant letter writer at the time of writing?

51 years old Signup and view all the answers

What event is directly linked to the mass insurrections in the Ukraine?

The implementation of collectivisation Signup and view all the answers

Who did the State Police Administration report to regarding the peasant insurrections?

The Central Committee of the Communist Party Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Clashing Ideas of Societal Change

Differing ideas about societal change clashed during the French Revolution and subsequent attempts at revolution and national transformation in the 19th Century.

The Industrial Revolution brought significant social and economic changes.
New cities, industrialised regions, and railways emerged.
Factories employed men, women, and children, often with long hours, low wages, and unemployment.
Housing and sanitation were major issues due to rapid urban growth.
Liberals and radicals sought solutions to these problems.

Liberals and Radicals

Liberals and radicals were often property owners and employers who believed in the value of individual effort, labour, and enterprise.
They aimed to improve the workforce's health and education, believing it would benefit the economy.
They advocated for increased worker rights, such as reduced working hours and voting rights.
In Germany, these groups worked closely with the Social Democratic Party (SPD), contributing to its parliamentary success.
By 1905, Labour and Socialist parties were formed in Britain and France.

Socialism in Europe

Despite their influence in parliamentary politics, socialists did not succeed in forming a government in Europe until 1914.
European socialist ideas influenced legislation.

The Paris Commune

The Paris Commune of 1871 was a period of popular uprising in Paris.
The Commune represented workers, ordinary people, professionals, and political activists.
It was crushed by government troops but celebrated by socialists as a step towards socialist revolution.
Key legacies: the workers’ red flag and the "Marseillaise” song.

The Russian Revolution

The Russian Revolution was a significant turning point, where socialists took over the government in 1917.
Russia was one of the least industrialised European states, with a limited industrial base and reliance on other countries for goods.
Challenges included: lack of industrial equipment, rapid disintegration, railway breakdown, labour shortages, and food shortages.
The February Revolution of 1917 led to the abdication of Tsar Nicholas II and the establishment of a Provisional Government.

February Revolution in Petrograd

The city was divided, with workers' quarters on one side of the Neva River and wealthier areas on the other.
Food shortages were severe in the workers' quarters, exacerbated by a cold winter.
A lockout at a factory on the right bank of the Neva River sparked a strike that spread throughout the city.
Women played a crucial role in the strike's initiation, inspired by Women's Day celebrations.
Marfa Vasileva, a milling machine operator, led the strike, refusing to return to work until others were fed.

Consequences of the February revolution

The Provisional Government aimed for an elected government and removed restrictions on public meetings and associations.
Soviets, like the Petrograd Soviet, were established, though without a unified election system.
The Bolshevik leader Vladimir Lenin returned and urged soviets to take control, calling for an end to the war, land redistribution to peasants, and nationalisation of banks.

Collectivisation and Opposition

The collectivising of agriculture in the Soviet Union faced significant opposition.
The government's response was forceful, including mass arrests, executions, imprisonments, and exile.
Many within the Communist Party criticised the lack of coordination in industrial production and the consequences of collectivisation.
Critics were labelled as conspirators against socialism, leading to widespread accusations, imprisonments, and executions.

Stalin and the Purge

Stalin and his supporters labelled critics of his policies as conspirators against socialism.
This led to a period of terror known as the Great Purge.
Millions were imprisoned in labour camps or executed, with many forced to confess to false crimes under torture.
The purge targeted talented professionals and intellectuals, leading to a loss of expertise and innovation.

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Explore the clashing ideas of societal change during the French Revolution and the Industrial Revolution. This quiz delves into the roles of liberals and radicals in addressing the social and economic transformations of 19th-century society. Test your understanding of the significant issues and developments of the time.