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7. The Russian Revolution & Its Impact on WWI Flashcards

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What year did the Russian Revolution begin?

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1917

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True or False: The Russian Revolution led to the abdication of Tsar Nicholas II.

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True

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What were the two main phases of the Russian Revolution?

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The February Revolution and the October Revolution.

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Fill in the blank: The February Revolution resulted in the establishment of a _____ government.

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Provisional

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Which political party gained control after the October Revolution?

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The Bolshevik Party

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What was the primary cause of the Russian Revolution?

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Widespread dissatisfaction with the Tsarist regime and the impact of World War I.

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True or False: The Treaty of Brest-Litovsk ended Russia’s involvement in World War I.

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True

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What was the main consequence of the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk for Russia?

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Russia lost significant territory to Germany and its allies.

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Who was the leader of the Bolsheviks during the Russian Revolution?

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Vladimir Lenin

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What event triggered the February Revolution?

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Food shortages and protests in Petrograd.

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What was the impact of the Russian Revolution on the Eastern Front of WWI?

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It allowed Germany to concentrate its forces on the Western Front.

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Fill in the blank: The Bolsheviks promised ‘Peace, Land, and _____.’

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Bread

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What was the outcome of the Russian Civil War?

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The Bolsheviks emerged victorious and established a communist government.

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True or False: The Russian Revolution had no effect on the strategy of the Allied Powers in WWI.

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False

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What international reaction did the Russian Revolution provoke?

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Fear of communist uprisings and intervention by foreign powers.

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Which two factions fought in the Russian Civil War?

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The Red Army (Bolsheviks) and the White Army (anti-Bolsheviks).

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What was the primary ideology of the Bolshevik Party?

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Marxism-Leninism

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Fill in the blank: The Bolshevik Revolution was also known as the _____ Revolution.

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October

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What major change did the Russian Revolution bring to land ownership?

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Land was redistributed from nobles to peasants.

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True or False: The Russian Revolution was supported by all social classes.

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False

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What was one of the immediate effects of the Russian Revolution on the Russian army?

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Many soldiers deserted or refused to fight.

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Which country did Russia sign a peace treaty with in March 1918?

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Germany

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What was the significance of the slogan ‘All power to the Soviets’?

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It called for local councils to take control from the provisional government.

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Fill in the blank: The Bolshevik Party was originally known as the _____ faction of the Russian Social Democratic Labour Party.

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Majority

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What role did Leon Trotsky play in the Russian Revolution?
He was a key leader and strategist for the Bolsheviks.
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True or False: The Russian Revolution was a peaceful transition of power.
False
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What was the main economic policy introduced by the Bolsheviks after the revolution?
War Communism
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What did the term 'White Army' refer to during the Russian Civil War?
Anti-Bolshevik forces.
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Fill in the blank: The Bolsheviks established a one-party state, effectively ending _____ in Russia.
Democracy
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What was the primary goal of the Bolsheviks after seizing power?
To establish a socialist state.
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Which event marked the official end of the Russian Empire?
The abdication of Tsar Nicholas II.
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True or False: The Russian Revolution inspired communist movements worldwide.
True
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What was the political ideology that opposed Bolshevism during the Russian Civil War?
Anti-communism
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Fill in the blank: The October Revolution took place in _____ 1917.
November
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What major global conflict was occurring simultaneously with the Russian Revolution?
World War I
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What was one of the consequences of Russia's exit from WWI for the Allied Powers?
They faced increased pressure from the Central Powers.
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True or False: The Bolshevik Revolution was largely supported by the peasantry.
True
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What was the outcome of the Paris Peace Conference for Russia?
Russia was excluded from the negotiations.
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Which group opposed the Bolsheviks during the Civil War and included monarchists, liberals, and socialists?
The White Army
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Fill in the blank: The Bolsheviks renamed their party to the _____ Party after the revolution.
Communist
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What was the impact of the Russian Revolution on World War I's Western Front?
It allowed Germany to shift troops to the Western Front.
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True or False: The Russian Revolution resulted in a democratic government.
False
43
What were the main themes of Lenin's 'April Theses'?
Peace, land, and power to the soviets.
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Fill in the blank: The Bolsheviks promised to withdraw Russia from _____ after seizing power.
World War I
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What was the historical significance of the Russian Revolution?
It marked the rise of communism and the end of imperial rule in Russia.
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True or False: The Russian Revolution had a unifying effect on all socialist groups in Russia.
False
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What was the primary economic strategy of the Bolsheviks during the Civil War?
War Communism
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Fill in the blank: The Bolsheviks faced opposition from various foreign powers during the _____ War.
Civil
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What was the Red Army?
The military force of the Bolsheviks during the Civil War.
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True or False: The Russian Revolution occurred in two distinct phases.
True
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What role did propaganda play in the Bolshevik Revolution?
It was used to rally support and spread the Bolshevik message.
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Fill in the blank: The Bolsheviks sought to establish a _____ economy.
Socialist
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What event is often cited as the beginning of the Russian Revolution?
The February Revolution.
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True or False: The Russian Revolution was a result of military defeats in WWI.
True
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What was one of the key factors that led to the abdication of Tsar Nicholas II?
Widespread discontent and protests.
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Fill in the blank: The Bolsheviks believed in a _____ revolution led by the proletariat.
Proletarian
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What was the significance of the slogan 'Peace, Land, and Bread'?
It addressed the immediate needs of the Russian people.
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What was one of the first actions taken by the Bolsheviks after seizing power?
They announced an end to Russia's involvement in WWI.
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True or False: The Russian Revolution resulted in a civil war that lasted several years.
True
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What was the role of the Soviet in the Russian Revolution?
Local councils that represented workers and soldiers.
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Fill in the blank: The Bolsheviks organized the October Revolution with a _____ coup.
Planned
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What was the long-term impact of the Russian Revolution on global politics?
It inspired communist movements worldwide and changed the course of international relations.
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What was the Russian Provisional Government's main failure?
Its inability to address the demands for peace and land.
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True or False: The Russian Revolution was supported by the majority of the military.
False
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What was the primary aim of the White Army during the Civil War?
To overthrow the Bolshevik government.
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Fill in the blank: The Bolshevik victory in the Civil War led to the establishment of the _____ Union.
Soviet
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What was the role of the Cheka during the Bolshevik regime?
It was the secret police responsible for suppressing opposition.
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True or False: The Bolsheviks implemented the New Economic Policy (NEP) after the Civil War.
True
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What was the New Economic Policy (NEP)?
A temporary retreat from full socialism to revive the economy.
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Fill in the blank: The Bolsheviks nationalized major industries and banks under _____.
War Communism
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What was the impact of the Russian Revolution on the global balance of power?
It shifted power dynamics and contributed to the rise of communism as a global ideology.
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True or False: The Russian Revolution had no influence on the subsequent rise of fascism in Europe.
False
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What was the primary challenge faced by the Bolsheviks after the revolution?
Maintaining control amidst civil war and foreign intervention.
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Fill in the blank: The Russian Revolution led to the rise of a totalitarian regime under _____.
Joseph Stalin
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What was the significance of the Kronstadt Rebellion of 1921?
It highlighted discontent among former supporters of the Bolsheviks.
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True or False: The Russian Revolution had a direct impact on the outcome of World War I.
True
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What was the Bolshevik's stance on imperialism?
They opposed imperialism and sought to promote international revolution.
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Fill in the blank: The Russian Revolution is often viewed as a precursor to the _____ War.
Cold

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