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The Fall of the Tsar and Rasputin's Influence

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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A worksheet focusing on the timeline and key events related to Rasputin's influence during the fall of the Tsar, designed to develop students' understanding of chronological order and historical significance.

Topics covered:

#History
#History
#Fall of the Tsar
#Standard
#Timeline & Chronology
#Rasputin
#Explain the key events leading to the fall of the Tsar.
#Compare the roles of Rasputin and other figures in the decline of the monarchy.
#Analyse the impact of Rasputin's influence on public opinion and political decisions.
#Outline the sequence of events from Rasputin's rise to his death.

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The Fall of the Tsar and Rasputin's Influence

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
A

Introduction to Rasputin and the Fall of the Tsar

Source A: Excerpt from a historian's account

'Rasputin's reputation as a mystic and healer grew rapidly among the Russian royal family, especially after he was believed to have healed the Tsarevich's hemophilia. His influence over Tsarina Alexandra alarmed many politicians and nobles, who saw him as a dangerous outsider.'

Provenance: Historical analysis by Dr. Anna Petrova, 2010.

1.
Outline the role of Rasputin in the Russian royal family as described in Source A. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the public perception of Rasputin with the views of the Russian government during the early 1910s.
[6 marks]
B

Timeline of Rasputin's Influence and Key Events

Source B: Timeline of Events

  • 1905: Rasputin meets the Russian royal family.
  • 1912: Rasputin gains significant influence over Tsarina Alexandra.
  • 1914: Outbreak of World War I; Rasputin's influence continues.
  • 1916: Rumors of Rasputin's involvement in political decisions increase.
  • December 1916: Rasputin is assassinated by a group of nobles.

Provenance: Compiled from historical records, 2005.

1.
Explain the significance of the year 1916 in Rasputin's story, based on the timeline. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Analyse how the timeline of events reflects Rasputin's growing influence and the increasing unrest in Russia.
[6 marks]
C

Analyzing the Impact of Rasputin's Influence

Source C: Excerpt from a political pamphlet

'Rasputin's meddling in government affairs and his proximity to the Tsar weakened the monarchy and fueled public discontent, making the regime more vulnerable to revolution.'

Provenance: Political commentary published in 1917, shortly after Rasputin's death.

1.
Explain how Source C suggests Rasputin's influence affected the Russian monarchy. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the perspectives of the political pamphlet with public opinion during Rasputin's lifetime.
[6 marks]
D

Summary and Reflection

Review the key events and influence of Rasputin in the fall of the Tsar, considering how his presence affected the stability of Russia in the lead-up to the revolution.

1.
Write a brief summary explaining Rasputin's role in the decline of the Russian monarchy. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Analyse the overall impact Rasputin had on the fall of the Tsar and the Russian Revolution.
[6 marks]

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