Understanding the Russian Revolution

The video discusses the Russian Revolution, highlighting its causes, key events, and outcomes. It begins with the pre-revolutionary issues in Russia, such as political stagnation, social inequality, and economic challenges. The March Revolution led to the abdication of Tsar Nicholas II and the rise of the provisional government. The Bolsheviks, led by Lenin, seized power, leading to the Russian Civil War and the establishment of the Soviet Union. Lenin's New Economic Policy aimed to stabilize the economy but faced challenges in achieving full communism.

What major event is described as a 'massive honking deal' in European history?

• The American Revolution

• The Industrial Revolution

• The Russian Revolution

• The French Revolution

Which Tsar was in power during World War I and made a poor decision to lead his armies personally?

• Nicholas II

• Alexander I

• Ivan the Terrible

• Peter the Great

What was one of the main social issues in Russia despite the abolition of serfdom?

• Lack of education

• Social inequality

• Religious persecution

• Political freedom

What event in March 1917 marked the beginning of the Russian Revolution?

• The March Revolution

• The February Revolution

• The July Days

• The October Revolution

Who led the Bolsheviks and published the April Theses in 1917?

• Karl Marx

• Vladimir Lenin

• Leon Trotsky

• Joseph Stalin

What were the three slogans of Lenin's April Theses?

• Liberty, Equality, Fraternity

• Peace, Land, Bread

• Power to the People

• Workers of the World, Unite

What was a significant challenge faced by the provisional government after the March Revolution?

• Influence of the middle class

• Opposition from the Soviets

• Lack of international recognition

• Support from the aristocracy

What was the outcome of the Russian Civil War?

• Victory for the anti-communist forces

• Division of Russia into multiple states

• Establishment of a monarchy

• Victory for Lenin and the Communists

What was the purpose of Lenin's New Economic Policy?

• To reintroduce serfdom

• To expand Russian territory

• To introduce full communism immediately

• To incorporate limited capitalism to stabilize the economy

Which leader was instrumental in organizing the Communist Army during the Russian Civil War?

• Vladimir Lenin

• Nikita Khrushchev

• Leon Trotsky

• Joseph Stalin