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The Fall of the Tsar: Impact of WWI

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
7 questions
~14 mins
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A cause and consequence worksheet exploring how World War I influenced the fall of the Russian Tsar and the subsequent revolution.

Topics covered:

#Analyse the reasons for the fall of Tsar Nicholas II
#Cause and Consequence
#Standard
#World War I
#Fall of the Tsar
#Explain the impact of WWI on Russia's political stability
#Outline the consequences of WWI on the Russian Revolution
#History
#Compare the social and economic effects of WWI in Russia
#Impact of WWI

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The Fall of the Tsar: Impact of WWI

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
A

Introduction to the Impact of WWI on Russia

Source A: Excerpt from a historian's analysis 'The immense strain of World War I exposed the weaknesses of the Russian monarchy, leading to widespread discontent and unrest.' Provenance: Modern historian's overview, published 2005.

1.
Explain how Source A suggests that WWI contributed to the fall of the Tsar. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the social and economic effects of WWI on Russia as discussed in the lesson. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
B

The Role of WWI in the Fall of Tsar Nicholas II

Source B: A diary entry from a Russian soldier 'The war has drained our resources and morale; the people are losing faith in the Tsar.' Provenance: Personal diary, 1917.

1.
Outline the reasons why WWI weakened the Tsar's position, based on Source B. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Analyse the impact of WWI on the political stability of Russia. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
C

Consequences of WWI on the Russian Revolution

Source C: Extract from a history book 'The hardships of war, combined with economic collapse and political unrest, directly contributed to the February Revolution of 1917.' Provenance: Academic textbook, 2010.

1.
Compare the causes of the February Revolution as outlined in Source C with other factors discussed. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Explain the long-term consequences of WWI for Russia's political landscape. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Analyse how WWI influenced public opinion towards the monarchy in Russia. (6 marks)
[6 marks]

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