1855 to 1894 - Alexander II and III

Question 1

‘The emancipation of the Serfs caused more problems than it solved’. Assess the validity of this view.

Answer 1

• Peasantry
• Nobility
• Economy (Industrialisation)

Question 2

‘The Tsarist regime was successful in suppressing opposition between 1861 and 1881’ Explain why you agree or disagree with this view.

Answer 2

• Liberalism
• Marxism
• Peasant Socialism

Question 3

‘While Alexander II was the “great reformer”, Alexander III was the “great reactionary”. Explain why you agree or disagree with this view.

Answer 3

• Local government
• Education
• Peasantry

Question 4

‘The foundations for Russia’s industrial growth were firmly laid in the years 1855 to 1895’. Explain why you agree or disagree with this view.

Answer 4

• Production
• Trade and Investment
• Labour Force / Transport

Question 5

‘There was more continuity than change in Russian society in the years 1855 to 1894.’ Explain why you agree or disagree with this view.

Answer 5

• Nobility
• Peasantry
• Emerging Classes