Russian/Bolsheviks Revolution Flashcards
1
Q
When did the Russian Revolution aka the the Bolshevik Revolution take place?
A
1917
2
Q
What was the Russian Revolution (Bolshevik Revolution)?
A
An event where the people of Russia overthrew their Czar (king) and
created a new government.
3
Q
What caused the Russian/Bolsheviks Revolution?
A
- the people of Russia were unhappy with their government
- WWI (created food shortages)
- Czar Nicholas II (abused
his power by denying the rights of the people
4
Q
Who were the Bolsheviks?
A
- group that led the Russian Revolution
- Vladimir Lenin (leader of the Bolsheviks)
- Peace, Land, and Bread was a slogan Lenin and the Bolsheviks used
5
Q
What happened after the Russian/Bolsheviks Revolution?
A
- Czar Nicholas II was executed
- Lenin and the Bolsheviks came to power in Russia
- Russia became a Communist nation (controlled by state)