Russia and The First World War Flashcards

1
Q

After the terrible defeat at Tannenberg in August 1914, what did the Russian General Samsonov do?

A

.He shot himself

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2
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Name one of the reasons why the Russian Army suffered so many defeats?

A

.Poor Generals
Lack of artillery
Poor transport

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3
Q

Duyring the War what did the shortage of peasants and horses on the farms do to food prices?

A

.Pushed food prices up

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4
Q

Which nobleman led to plot to murder Rasputin in December 1916?

A

.Prince Yusupov

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5
Q

How did Rasputin die?

A

.He was poisoned

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