Russia in the mid 19 th century

BGS History AS Revision Tests Russia in themid 19th century

1) What was Russian society like in the mid 19th century? Agricultural, traditional, huge mix of ethnicities and people (only 40% were actually Russian!)

2) How was Russia governed? Autocratic, imperial monarchy- The Tsar as an absolute ruler, no parliament, no political parties, no tradition of democracy.

3) What percentage of the population were peasants, and how did the elite view them? 80% (4/5) “The Dark masses”

4) What happened in 1881? Alexander II assassinated

5) Who replaced him? Alexander III

6) What were the main problems that Alexander III faced? (4) • Keeping multi-ethnic empire together • Dealing with liberals and extremists • Maintain supreme political authority • Modernise

7) What was the name of the man in charge of the church, and Alexander’s leading minister, at this time? Pobedonestsev

8) What was his message to the people attending church? Obedience to the Tsar first, spirituality second

9) What did Alexander III do to restore authority? (5) • Released manifesto proclaiming absolute power • Restricted university education to most wealthy • Restricted press freedoms • Established ‘Statute of State Security’ (government controlled courts) to try political opponents. • Use of Okhrana (violence & intimidation)

10) What was the name of the policy that Alexander III adopted to keep the empire together, and what did it involve? (3) RUSSIFICATION Insist on use of Russian language ‘Pogrom’ attacks on Jews

10) What did Alexander III do with the peasants to try and reform industry? (3) Reduced tax burdens Offered loans Offered financial incentives to migrate to Siberia to ease land demand

Russia in the mid 19 th century

Russia in the mid 19 th century

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