1.
As a result of the February Revolution
Correct Answer
B. The Tsar was overthrown
Explanation
The February Revolution led to the overthrow of the Tsar. This revolution, which took place in Russia in February 1917, was a result of widespread discontent with the Tsarist regime. Protests and strikes erupted throughout the country, and the military eventually joined the revolutionaries. The Tsar was forced to abdicate, bringing an end to centuries of autocratic rule. This event marked a significant turning point in Russian history and paved the way for the establishment of a provisional government and ultimately the rise of the Bolsheviks under Lenin.
2.
The spark that ignited the February Rrevolution was women protesting over a lack of food, when they protested in Petrograd
Correct Answer
C. The Tsar's soldiers refused to fire on the protesters and thus joined them.
Explanation
The correct answer is that the Tsar's soldiers refused to fire on the protesters and thus joined them. This is evident from the statement that the spark that ignited the revolution was women protesting over a lack of food and when they protested, the soldiers fired on them causing casualties. However, instead of continuing to support the Tsar, the soldiers refused to fire on the protesters and joined them, which ultimately led to a change in the economy and a decrease in bread prices.
3.
The participants in the February Revolution had no real intention to revolt except they required more food and
Correct Answer
C. They wanted to end involvement in WW1
Explanation
The participants in the February Revolution wanted to end involvement in WW1. This suggests that they were dissatisfied with the country's participation in the war and sought to bring an end to it. Their intention to revolt stemmed from their desire to disengage from the conflict and focus on other pressing issues, such as the economy and food shortages. By ending their involvement in WW1, they hoped to address these concerns and bring about positive change in Russia.
4.
Identify what was achieved by the February Revolution
Correct Answer(s)
A. Tsar disposed and a Republic established
C. Some peasants gained land ,illegally
D. Soviet groups were established to give workers the hope of better conditions
Explanation
The February Revolution in Russia achieved multiple outcomes. Firstly, the Tsar was disposed and a Republic was established, marking a significant shift in the country's political system. Additionally, some peasants were able to gain land illegally, which could be seen as a positive outcome for them. Moreover, Soviet groups were established to provide workers with hope for better conditions, indicating the emergence of organized labor movements. However, the given answer does not mention that Russia ended its involvement in WW1 or that the Duma became more powerful, so these outcomes are not included in the explanation.
5.
Identify the factors that the February Revolution failed to achieve
Correct Answer(s)
A. To end Russia's involvement in WW1
B. Alleviate food shortages
E. Improve poor living and working conditions
Explanation
The February Revolution failed to achieve the goals of ending Russia's involvement in WW1, alleviating food shortages, and improving poor living and working conditions. Despite the revolution leading to the abdication of Tsar Nicholas II and the formation of a provisional government, these issues continued to persist. The new government was unable to effectively address the demands of the people and bring about the desired changes. The revolution did not result in the formation of representative groups or a complete removal of the Tsar's power, further hindering progress in achieving these goals.
6.
What elements existed in Russian society after the February Revolution?
Correct Answer(s)
C. Peasant rebellions & uprisings
D. Violence amongst soldiers
E. Disagreements between the different Socialist Revolutionaries and Govt. about how to control in fighting in the streets.
Explanation
After the February Revolution in Russia, the society experienced peasant rebellions and uprisings, violence among soldiers, and disagreements between different Socialist Revolutionaries and the government regarding how to control the fighting in the streets. The abdication of the Tsar brought a sense of peace, and Tsarist officials were encouraged to support the new government.
7.
How and why did Lenin return to Russia after the February Revolution ?
Correct Answer(s)
C. He wanted to instigate the Proletarian Revolution
E. The Germans provided him with a sealed train for his return to Russia so he coculd get Russia out of the war
Explanation
After the February Revolution, Lenin wanted to instigate the Proletarian Revolution in Russia. He believed that the time was ripe for a communist revolution and wanted to seize the opportunity. Additionally, the Germans provided him with a sealed train to return to Russia. This was because Germany saw Lenin as a potential disruptor of the Russian war effort, and they hoped that his return would create chaos and help them to get Russia out of the war.