Key Events and Figures of the Russian Empire

The video explores the rise and fall of the Russian Empire, from its origins as the Tsardom of Russia to its transformation into a global power. Key leaders like Ivan the Terrible, Peter the Great, and Catherine the Great played pivotal roles in its expansion and modernization. Despite its growth, internal challenges and participation in World War One led to its decline, culminating in the February and October Revolutions. The fall of the Empire paved the way for the Soviet Union, marking a new era in Russian history.

What was the primary focus of the video about the Russian Empire?

• The cultural achievements of Russia

• The rise and fall of the Russian Empire

• The economic policies of modern Russia

• The military strategies of the Russian Empire

Who was the leader during the emergence of the Russian Empire in the 16th century?

• Peter the Great

• Catherine the Great

• Nicholas II

• Ivan the Terrible

What was one of Peter the Great's significant contributions to Russia?

• Annexing Crimea

• Establishing a socialist government

• Modernizing the state and military

• Ending the Romanov Dynasty

Which region did Catherine the Great annex during her reign?

• The Caucasus

• The Baltic region

• Crimea

• Central Asia

What was a major driver of economic growth in the Russian Empire during the 19th century?

• Industrialization and railroads

• Military conquests

• Agricultural expansion

• Trade with Asia

What internal issue contributed to the downfall of the Russian Empire?

• Excessive military spending

• Rigid social structure and inequality

• Lack of natural resources

• Isolation from European politics

What event marked the end of the Romanov Dynasty?

• The October Revolution

• The signing of the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk

• The February Revolution

• The Crimean War

Who led the October Revolution that accelerated the fall of the Russian Empire?

• Nicholas II

• Vladimir Lenin

• Leon Trotsky

• Joseph Stalin

What was the outcome of the October Revolution?

• The annexation of Eastern Europe

• The expansion of the Russian Empire

• The establishment of a constitutional monarchy

• The formation of the Soviet Union

What new political entity emerged after the dissolution of the Russian Empire?

• The Warsaw Pact

• The Eastern Bloc

• The Soviet Union

• The Russian Federation