The Causes Of The Russian Revolution Flashcards
(37 cards)
What was the size comparison of Russia at the beginning of the 20th century?
Russia is twice the size of the USA and Canada put together
How long did it take to travel from Moscow to Vladivostok by railway in 1917?
It took 13 days to complete the journey
What was the population of Russia in 1990?
Approximately 125 million
What percentage of the Russian population spoke Russian as their first language?
Only 40% spoke Russian as their first language
In 1900, how many different nationalities were recorded in the Russian Empire?
22 different nationalities
What portion of the population in the Russian Empire were peasants in 1900?
Eight out of ten people were peasants
What was a common characteristic of the life of peasants in the Russian Empire?
They could neither read nor write
What was the primary source of discontent among peasants in the Russian Empire?
They did not own the land they worked on
What often happened to any additional money a peasant managed to earn?
It was usually taken from them in taxes by greedy landowners
Fill in the blank: The Russian Empire in 1900 had a population of ______ million.
125
True or False: The majority of the population in the Russian Empire identified as Russian.
False
What was the economic condition of most peasants in the Russian Empire?
They lived a miserable life growing just enough food to feed their families
Who ruled Russia in 1900?
Russia was ruled by one man - the Tsar, specifically Nicholas II of the Romanov family.
What was the Tsar’s belief about his rule?
The Tsar believed that he had been chosen by God to rule Russia.
What supported the Tsar’s power?
The Tsar’s power was backed by a small group of advisors and army leaders from wealthy families.
What was the role of the Okhrana?
The Okhrana was a secret police force that spied on people who did not fully support the Tsar.
Which cities were the most important in Russia at the turn of the century?
The two most important cities were Moscow and St. Petersburg.
What was happening to Russia’s economy by 1900?
By 1900, Russia began to industrialize, leading to rapid growth in towns and cities.
What industries were peasants working in after moving to towns?
Peasants flooded into towns to work in industries such as mining, iron and steel, and textiles.
What were the living and working conditions like in the cities?
Living and working conditions in the cities were terrible, leading to unrest and discontent.
What did the cities become breeding grounds for?
The cities became breeding grounds for revolutionary ideas.
What does the term ‘Tsar’ refer to?
The term ‘Tsar’ refers to the Emperor of Russia.
What does ‘industrialise’ mean?
To industrialise means to develop industries in a country or region.
What was the land ownership situation for most peasants in Russia in 1914?
Most peasants did not own their own land and had to give the majority of what they grew to a rich landlord as rent/mortgage.
