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What was a major characteristic of Tsar Nicholas II's governance style that contributed to widespread dissatisfaction?
Autocratic rule and political repression
What was a consequence of Rasputin's influence over Tsarina Alexandra?
Erosion of trust in the ruling class
What was a major economic consequence of World War I on Russia?
Shortages of food and essential goods
What was a consequence of the Tsar's decision to dissolve the Duma multiple times?
Further destabilization of the nation
What was a characteristic of the industrial sector in Russia at the time?
Poor working conditions in cities
What was a major consequence of the failure of the Provisional Government?
Further destabilization of the nation
What was a major social factor contributing to the Russian Revolution?
Widespread dissatisfaction among various societal groups
What was a major consequence of Russia's participation in World War I?
Demoralization of the population
What was a major factor that contributed to the discontent among urban workers and peasants?
The stark social disparities between the wealthy and the poor
What was the outcome of the February Revolution?
The abdication of Tsar Nicholas II and the establishment of the Provisional Government
What was the main reason for the declining morale of Russian soldiers during WWI?
The harsh conditions faced by soldiers
What was the main demand of the populace that the Provisional Government failed to meet?
An end to the war and land reforms
What was the main factor that contributed to the success of the October Revolution?
The inability of the Provisional Government to meet the demands of the populace
Who led the Bolsheviks during the October Revolution?
Vladimir Lenin and Leon Trotsky
What was the outcome of the October Revolution?
The seizure of key installations by the Bolshevik Red Guards and military units
What triggered the February Revolution?
Acute food shortages and general dissatisfaction with the war
What was a key factor that fueled discontent among urban workers and peasants?
Overcrowding, poor sanitation, and exploitative labor conditions
What was a major consequence of the Russian military's failures in WWI?
Demoralization of troops and increased support for revolutionary ideas
What event triggered the February Revolution?
Acute food shortages and general dissatisfaction with the war
What was the result of the military garrison's mutiny in Petrograd?
Siding with the protesters and the eventual abdication of Tsar Nicholas II
What was the goal of the Bolsheviks, led by Vladimir Lenin and Leon Trotsky?
Establish a socialist state
What was the key difference between the February and October Revolutions?
The spontaneity, with the February Revolution being spontaneous and the October Revolution being planned
What was the outcome of the October Revolution?
Establishment of a socialist state under the Bolsheviks
What was the power vacuum that the Bolsheviks exploited?
The failure of the Provisional Government to meet the demands of the populace
What was the primary factor that contributed to the erosion of trust in the Russian monarchy?
The autocratic style of governance
Which of the following was a consequence of Russia's rapid industrialization?
Underdevelopment of the agricultural sector
What was the primary impact of World War I on Russia's economy?
Shortages of food and essential goods
What was a major consequence of the Tsar's decision to dissolve the Duma?
Widespread dissatisfaction among various societal groups
What was the primary factor that contributed to the demoralization of Russian soldiers during World War I?
The heavy toll on Russian soldiers and the consequent losses in battle
What was the primary consequence of the Provisional Government's failure to address key issues?
Further destabilization of the nation
What was a major consequence of the autocratic rule and political repression in Russia?
Widespread dissatisfaction among various societal groups
What was the primary factor that contributed to the widespread dissatisfaction among various societal groups in Russia?
The autocratic style of governance and lack of effective political reforms
What was a significant consequence of the Tsar's autocratic style of governance?
Widespread dissatisfaction among various societal groups.
Which of the following was a consequence of Russia's participation in World War I?
The depletion of national resources and demoralization of the population.
What was a major consequence of the influence of Grigori Rasputin in royal affairs?
The erosion of trust in the ruling class.
What was a major consequence of the rapid industrialization in Russia?
The creation of poor working conditions in the cities.
What was a major consequence of the failure of the Provisional Government?
The further destabilization of the nation.
What was a major consequence of the shortages of food and essential goods during World War I?
The demoralization of the population and the depletion of national resources.
What was a major consequence of the ineffectiveness of the Duma and the Provisional Government?
The further destabilization of the nation.
What was a major consequence of the agricultural sector remaining underdeveloped and inequitable?
The discontent and dissatisfaction among peasants.
What was a major social factor contributing to the Russian Revolution?
Stark disparities between the wealthy and the poor
What was a consequence of the Russian military's failures in WWI?
Demoralization of the troops
What triggered the February Revolution?
Acute food shortages and general dissatisfaction with the war
What was the outcome of the February Revolution?
The abdication of Tsar Nicholas II and the rise of the Provisional Government
What was the goal of the Bolsheviks, led by Vladimir Lenin and Leon Trotsky?
To establish a socialist state
What was the key difference between the February and October Revolutions?
The February Revolution was spontaneous, while the October Revolution was planned
What was the power vacuum that the Bolsheviks exploited?
The inability of the Provisional Government to meet the pressing demands of the populace
What was the outcome of the October Revolution?
The establishment of a socialist state
What was the primary factor that contributed to the erosion of trust in the Russian monarchy during the early 20th century?
The Tsar's autocratic style of governance and Rasputin's influence
Which of the following was NOT a consequence of the Russian military's failures in World War I?
Increased support for the Russian monarchy
What was the primary consequence of the rapid industrialization in Russia during the early 20th century?
Poor working conditions in cities and industrial discontent
Which of the following was a key factor that contributed to the success of the October Revolution?
The power vacuum created by the February Revolution
What was the primary consequence of the agricultural sector remaining underdeveloped and inequitable in Russia?
Social discontent and peasant uprising
Which of the following was a consequence of the Tsar's decision to dissolve the Duma multiple times?
Destabilization of the Russian government and rise of opposition
What was the primary consequence of the influence of Grigori Rasputin in royal affairs?
Erosion of trust in the Russian monarchy and decline of its legitimacy
Which of the following was a consequence of the shortages of food and essential goods during World War I?
Demoralization of the Russian population and rise of opposition
What was the primary factor that contributed to the erosion of trust in the Russian monarchy during the period leading up to the Russian Revolution?
The autocratic rule and political repression of the Romanov dynasty
What was the catalyst that sparked the protests in Petrograd, marking the beginning of the February Revolution?
Food shortages and general dissatisfaction with the war effort
What was the outcome of the military garrison's mutiny in Petrograd during the February Revolution?
Tsar Nicholas II was forced to abdicate
What was the primary factor that contributed to the declining morale of Russian soldiers during World War I?
The harsh conditions faced by soldiers on the front
What was the primary consequence of the Russian military's failures in World War I?
The demoralization of Russian soldiers
What was the key difference between the February and October Revolutions?
The February Revolution was spontaneous, while the October Revolution was planned
What was the power vacuum that the Bolsheviks exploited during the October Revolution?
The inability of the Provisional Government to meet the demands of the populace
What was the outcome of the October Revolution?
The establishment of a socialist state
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