Causes+of+the+Russian+Revolution

If you will remember, midway through World War I, we discussed problems in Russia that were severe enough to cause a Revolution and eventually cause Russia to remove themselves from the war. Now, you will explore more of the reasons Russia was having problems in the first place.

Please follow the directions below! Your assignment will be due by the end of class Wednesday, March 20th. Complete sections A-E.


 * To receive full credit, please label the sections of your work:**

1. Please read the following page and answer the questions below: What institutions supported the monarchy? What new modern forces were threatening the monarchy? 2. Click to page 2. Read the “More Detail” section. In your own words, summarize the eight factors that weakened Russia.
 * A: Russia’s long term problems**

1. Click on the following page: 2. How did Russia’s involvement in World War I affect people’s public opinions of the Czar? 3. What did the people begin demanding in March of 1917? 4. Click over to page 2 titled “Ten extra details about the February Revolution.” 5. Read through the ten details. Of the ten details, describe the five details that you think were most influential in prompting the revolution.
 * B: World War I’s effects on Russia**

1. Explore this page that links you to many of palaces, collections, and parks that illustrate the Romanov's opulent lives. (Each of the bolded lines is a link). Write five facts that describe the Romanov’s luxurious lifestyle. 2. Who was Rasputin? 3. Why is Rasputin considered an additional contributor to the causes of the Russian Revolution? 4. How does he die?
 * C: The Characters**

1. Visit the following website: 2. What are the three theories about why the monarchy collapsed?
 * D: The Last Straw**

In complete sentences - how do these causes compare to the factors that caused the French Revolution? What is similar or different?
 * E: Think...**