Influence of Rasputin and Tsarina

Question 1

How did the Tsarina lead to the 1917 Revolution?

Answer 1

Deeply dedicated to autocracy, believed that it was the only way to govern Russia. Refused to deal with the duma and appointed ministers that she preferred. She was also German and deeply unpopular with the Russian people. She is also obsessed with Rasputin, who weakened power of royals and offended nobles.

Question 2

Rasputin’s Influence on Tsarina

Answer 2

Rasputin had a large influence on Tsarina as she believed that Rasputin could help Alexis on his hemophilia. This made her dependent on Rasputin for political advice.

Question 3

Opposition to Rasputin

Answer 3

Rasputin was hated by the Royals and the Government. He made the royal family look bad and acted as the puppet ruler of Russia. There were rumors of Rasputin having affairs. There were also rumors of the Tsarina sending Russian food and weapons to Germany. Many rejoiced after Rasputin’s death in 1916.