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Causes and Consequences of the Russian Civil War: Reds vs Whites

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
7 questions
~14 mins
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This worksheet explores the causes and consequences of the Russian Civil War, focusing on the conflict between the Reds (Bolsheviks) and Whites. Students will analyze different sources and evaluate the impact of various factors that led to the war and its aftermath.

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#History
#History
#Civil War
#Standard
#Cause and Consequence
#Reds vs Whites
#Explain the main causes of the Russian Civil War
#Compare the goals and support of the Reds and Whites
#Analyse the short-term consequences of the Civil War

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Causes and Consequences of the Russian Civil War: Reds vs Whites

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
A

Introduction to the Russian Civil War

Source A: Excerpt from a Soviet historian's account

'The Bolsheviks, or Reds, fought to establish a socialist state, while the Whites aimed to restore the monarchy or a democratic government, with support from foreign powers. The civil war was caused by deep political divisions, economic hardship, and widespread discontent following the Russian Revolution.'

Provenance: Written by Dr. Ivan Petrov, a Soviet historian, in 1980.

1.
Explain the main causes of the Russian Civil War based on Source A. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the goals of the Reds and Whites during the Civil War. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
B

Factors Leading to the Civil War

Source B: A letter from a White supporter

'The Bolsheviks seized power unlawfully and betrayed Russia’s traditions. The country needed a strong leader and order, which only the White forces could restore.'

Provenance: Letter written by a White supporter, General Ivanov, in 1918.

1.
Outline the factors that contributed to the outbreak of the Civil War using Source B. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Analyse how Source B supports or challenges the idea that the Civil War was primarily caused by political disagreements. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
C

Consequences of the Civil War

Source C: Soviet propaganda poster (description)

'The victory of the Reds secured the future of socialism in Russia and laid the foundation for the Soviet Union.'

Provenance: Soviet government poster from 1920.

1.
Explain the short-term consequences of the Reds' victory as shown in Source C. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the perspectives of the Reds and Whites on the outcome of the Civil War. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Analyse the long-term impact of the Civil War on Russia. (5 marks)
[5 marks]

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