Painting of Vladimir Lenin addressing workers in Russia

In a speech at the Peoples Hall in Saint Petersburg, Lenin, under a pseudonym, was recognized by the workers. He emphasized the importance of the revolution's gains, particularly the formation of the first Soviets of workers' deputies, which he saw as the foundation of a new revolutionary government. Lenin described the 1905 Revolution as a precursor to the socialist revolution.

What was the context in which Lenin spoke in the Peoples Hall?

• During a celebration

• During a meeting of workers

• During a political rally

• During a protest

What did Lenin believe the Soviets of workers deputies represented?

• A new government

• A failure of the revolution

• A temporary solution

• A return to monarchy