THE 1905 REVOLUTION QUIZ

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THE 1905 REVOLUTION QUIZ
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1. Why was there discontent amongst the middle
classes in Russia in 1905?
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2. Why was there dissatisfaction amongst the
peasants and workers?
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3. Why did Russia begin a war with Japan in 1904?
Who was responsible for the decision?
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4. Name three significant defeats the Russians
suffered in the Russo-Japanese war?
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5 How did the events of 22nd January 1905 effect
Russia?
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6. What activities did the peasants conduct
during the revolution?
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7. How did minority groups rebel during the
revolution? (give specific examples)
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8. Prince, Borsch, Odessa and Massacre. Name the
key event in the 1905 revolution linked to these
words.
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9. What were the advantages of workers forming
councils (soviets) during the revolution?
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10. Which group organised by the Liberal Milyukov
was a coalition of the intelligentsia, peasants
and factory workers?