Causes of the Russian Revolution Flashcards
What family controlled the Russian Empire during the 19th century?
Romanov Dynasty
What happened to the people at the winter palace when they asked the Czar for help?
Over 500 people were shot.
What are two specific complaints people had in their petition?
Misery, ignorance and the lack of rights.
What incident made Austria angry With Serbia?
A Serbian shot and killed the Archduke.
What reason do the Serbs give to Russia for needing help?
They could not defend themselves against Austria.
When was serfdom finally abolished in Russia?
In 1816
What are two specific things the people asked for in petition?
To reduce the working day to eight hours and increase the wages of the unskilled workers.
How did most people in Russia make their living in the 19th century?
Most people worked on farms.
What did Russian workers do to show they were unhappy in 1917?
Workers began to strike and some soldiers began to desert their posts and join the protesters,
Who were the Bolsheviks?
Bolsheviks were the communist followers of Karl Marx in Russia
