5 Questions
What event in 1866 led to a change in the Tsar's policies?
A former student called Karakazov narrowly missed the Tsar with a pistol shot, which led to conservatives pressing Alexander to put a halt to reforms and reverse them.
How did the Tsar's reforms and relaxation affect the political climate in Russia?
The Tsar's reforms and relaxation led to disruption and increasing demands he was not prepared to meet, as well as giving reason and scope for dissident and radical groups to work against the autocracy.
What impact did the death of the Tsar's favorite son have on him?
The death of his favorite son, Nicholas, affected the Tsar emotionally and may have influenced his policies and decisions.
What was the initial reaction of the more enlightened members of Russian society to the reforms initiated by the Tsar?
They must have felt a certain optimism, as various reforms were begun which promised to transform the Russian state.
Why did the conservatives press Alexander to reverse the reforms?
They used the pistol shot incident as evidence to show the negative impact of the reforms in education and censorship, leading them to push for a halt to reforms and their reversal.
Quiz: Tsar's Policies After 1866 Test your knowledge of the changes in the Tsar's policies after 1866. Explore the impact of Karakazov's actions and the shifting dynamics in Russian society during this period.
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