The Fall of the Tsar: Impact of World War I

History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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This worksheet explores the significance and factors leading to the fall of Tsar Nicholas II, with a focus on the impact of World War I. Students will analyze different causes, categorize them, and evaluate their importance.

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The Fall of the Tsar: Impact of World War I

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Introduction to the Fall of the Tsar

Source A: Excerpt from a historian's analysis

'World War I played a crucial role in weakening the Russian monarchy, exposing its inability to manage the war effort and meet the needs of its people. The war intensified existing political, social, and economic problems, leading to the Tsar's downfall.' Provenance: Modern historian’s overview, published in a reputable history journal.

1.
Explain how Source A suggests World War I contributed to the fall of the Tsar. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the influence of economic problems and political instability on the fall of the Tsar. Which was more significant? Justify your answer with evidence. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
3.
Outline the social factors that contributed to the fall of the Tsar. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
4.
Analyse the religious factors that played a role in the fall of the Tsar. How significant were they? (4 marks)
[4 marks]
5.
Which factor was MORE significant in causing the fall of the Tsar: the impact of WWI or internal political instability? Justify your choice with evidence. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
6.
Explain the role of economic hardship during WWI in accelerating the fall of the Tsar. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
7.
Identify and categorize the main factors that contributed to the fall of the Tsar into Political, Social, Economic, and Religious factors. (8 marks)
[8 marks]
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Outline how World War I acted as a catalyst for the fall of the Tsar. (3 marks)
[3 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
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