The Russian Revolution: Causes and Consequences
An in-depth worksheet exploring the causes, key events, and lasting consequences of the Russian Revolution for Grade 12 Social Studies.
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The Russian Revolution: Causes and Consequences
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Read each question carefully and provide thoughtful, well-supported answers based on your knowledge of the Russian Revolution.
1. Which of the following was a primary long-term cause of the Russian Revolution?
The rise of fascism in Europe
Economic inequality and autocratic rule
Successful land reforms under Tsar Nicholas II
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand
2. What was the main goal of the Bolsheviks during the October Revolution?
To establish a constitutional monarchy
To implement democratic reforms
To seize power and establish a communist state
To negotiate a separate peace with Germany
3. The abdication of Tsar Nicholas II in March 1917 led to the establishment of the Government.
4. Vladimir Lenin's slogan, "Peace, Land, and ," resonated with the Russian populace.
5. The Red Terror was a campaign of political repression and executions carried out by the .
6. Explain how Russia's involvement in World War I contributed to the outbreak of the Russian Revolution.
7. Describe the key differences in ideology and goals between the Mensheviks and the Bolsheviks.
Match each individual or event on the left with its description on the right.
8. Leon Trotsky
a. Leader of the Provisional Government
9. Provisional Government
b. Commander of the Red Army
10. Treaty of Brest-Litovsk
c. Ended Russia's involvement in WWI
11. The February Revolution resulted in the establishment of a communist government in Russia.
True
False
12. The Russian Civil War was fought between the Red Army and the White Army.
True
False
13. Analyze the long-term impact of the Russian Revolution on global politics and the development of communism as a political ideology. Discuss both positive and negative consequences.
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