Causes Of The February Revolution Flashcards

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What were the Russian army’s weaknesses?

A

Many generals had their positions due family connections rather than by merit.
Industry was still underdeveloped.
Didn’t have supplies (ammunition,etc.)

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2
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What caused inflation?

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WW1.

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3
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Was food rationed well?

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No, the army got too much compared to ordinary Russians.

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4
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Did Russia’s transport system cope the the demands of the war?

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No and less than two years into the war it had virtually collapsed.

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Did the transport system failing affect food shortages?

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Yes, the failed transport system meant food wasn’t being moved and this exacerbated food shortages in cities.

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6
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When did the Tsar take control of the army?

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August 1915.

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7
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What did taking over the army mean for the Tsar?

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It meant that he was directly blamed for the military’s failings and this lead to his downfall.

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8
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Who was left in charge of Russia when the Tsar was controlling the army?

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The Tsar’s wife but she was being heavily influenced by Rasputin.

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9
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Did Rasputin having power have any affects on the Tsar?

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Yes it turned people against the the Tsar as Rasputin was ruining Russia.

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10
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What did the president of the Duma, Rodzianko, urge the Tsar to do?

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He urged him to deal with the increasing discontent in Petrograd but the Tsar ignored him and this also lead to his downfall.

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11
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Why was the Progressive Bloc formed?

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To help assist the Tsar run the country.

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12
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Did the Tsar collaborate with the Progressive Bloc?

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No he didn’t believe they had any right to help run the government.

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13
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Who formed the Progressive Bloc?

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236 out of the 422 Duma members.

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14
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Why didn’t the Tsar do anything about the unrest in Russia?

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He believed the government would survive like it did in 1905.

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