What is meant by the term Autocracy?
A system of government in which the Tsar has complete power and his decisions are law.
A system of government in which the country is ruled by a king or queen.
Name one positive impact of the signing of the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk.
Removal of Russia from the First World War
Huge territorial losses for Russia
What was the role of Trotsky during the 1917 October Revolution?
In Lenin's previous absence, he ensured the Bolshevik Party had continued leadership
He commanded to Red Army, and took control over communications e.g. post office, railway.
When was the Second Duma dissolved?
1907
1906
1908
Tsar Nicholas II lost support during the years 1914 - 1917 because of his decision to dismiss Witte as Prime Minister of Russia.