The Russian Revolution Flashcards
What is extreme poverty?
A condition where individuals lack sufficient income to meet basic needs
Extreme poverty is often defined as living on less than $1.90 a day.
Who were serfs?
Peasant farmers bound to the land under the feudal system
Serfs were typically tied to a lord’s estate and worked the land in exchange for protection.
What was the state of the economy in Russia before the revolution?
Not well developed and farming was outdated and insufficient to feed the huge population
This economic situation contributed to widespread dissatisfaction among the populace.
What significant event occurred in Russia in 1917?
The Bolsheviks, led by Lenin, carried out a successful revolution
This revolution replaced the tsar and established a communist regime.
What were the Russian Revolutions?
A series of events leading to the overthrow of the tsar and the establishment of a communist government
The revolutions included the events of 1905 and 1917.
How did the public perceive the tsar prior to 1905?
Most people loved the tsar and believed he had been appointed by God
This belief was rooted in the divine right of kings.
What happened during the peaceful protest in 1905?
The tsar’s soldiers (Cossacks) fired on people, turning the protest deadly
This incident is often referred to as Bloody Sunday.
What was the consequence of the 1917 revolution?
Led to a civil war where millions of people were killed or died of starvation
The civil war was marked by significant upheaval and suffering.
What changes did communists make after the 1917 revolution?
Changes to farming and land ownership
These changes aimed to redistribute land and resources but often led to hardship.
