What family controlled the Russian Empire in the 19th Century? - Romanov Dynasty
How did most people make their living in Russia in the 19th Century - Most people relied on planting
crops because Russia was a strongly agricultural country.
When was serfdom finally abolished in Russia? - 1861
When did Nicholas become Czar? - 1894, after his fathers death
When was the industrial capability of Russia compared to the rest of W. Europe? - Russia was very far
behind in industrial production compared to W. Europe
What was the result of increased industrial production in Russia on the poor? - It created a larger class
of urban poor, and people still worked on farms
What happened on Bloody Sunday? - Over 500 unarmed men and women were killed for asking the Czar
for help.
What did the people seek from the Czar? - Justice and Protection
What was the Dumas? - They supported a constitutional monarchy that would leave Nicholas as the
Czar, but all of the power would go to the Dumas.
Why did Nichols oppose the Dumas? - He wanted to stay in power
Who did Russia ally with before WWI? - Great Britain and France
, What problems did Russian people face during WWI? - They were getting upset over the deaths of
fathers and sons
What incident convinced Nicholas that he needed to take over his troops during WWI? - When the
enemy had penetrated into the interior of Russia.
How many Russians died in WWI? - 1.7 Million
Who did Nicholas leave in charge of Russia when he controlled his troops? - He left is wife in charge
Why did Rasputin have so much influence over the Czarina - The Czarina thought Rasputin could save
her son's life
What did it take to kill Rasputin? - He was shot because he refused to eat or drink the poisoned cakes or
wines
What did the soldiers and workers do to show that they were unhappy? - Workers began to strike and
soldiers left their posts
Who did Nicholas give the throne to? - Not his son, but his brother, Grand Duke Michale Alexandrovich
What was the intent of The Provisional Government? - To set up a government based on the democratic
principles of the Western World
Who were the Bolsheviks? - Communist followers of Karl Marx in Russia
Why did communism appeal to the working class poor? - They were looking for a change and also, they
had nothing to lose
What did Lenin promise the People? - Peace, Land, and Bread
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