Unveiling the Upheaval: A Deep Dive into the Russian Revolution

Unravel the complex chain of events that led to the dramatic overthrow of the Tsarist regime in Russia during World War I with this engaging reading comprehension worksheet.

Explore the internal factors that fueled the revolution:

• Seeds of Discontent: Uncover the deep-rooted economic inequality, political repression, and military failures that plagued Russia for decades.
• Revolution Erupts: Witness the pivotal February and October Revolutions that brought an end to the Tsarist dynasty and ushered in a new era.
• Primary Source Analysis: Analyze a firsthand account from a worker to gain a personal perspective on the revolution's atmosphere and motivations.

Discover the far-reaching consequences:

• Impact on WWI: Understand how the Bolshevik takeover altered the course of the war and plunged Russia into a brutal civil conflict.
• Birth of the Soviet Union: Witness the rise of the world's first communist state and its lasting impact on the global political landscape.
• End of an Era: Explore how the revolution reshaped Russia and the world, marking a turning point in history.

This resource includes:

• Engaging reading passages with clear explanations
• A captivating primary source analysis activity
• Multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions
• A comprehensive answer key for easy assessment
• Alignment with Common Core State Standards

Learning Objectives:

• Analyze the internal factors that led to the downfall of the Tsarist regime.
• Understand the key events and figures of the February and October Revolutions.
• Evaluate the impact of the Russian Revolution on the course of World War I and global politics.

Common Core State Standards Addressed:

• RI.6.1, RI.7.1, RI.8.1, RI.9-10.1, RI.11-12.1: Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and draw inferences from the text.
• RI.6.2, RI.7.2, RI.8.2, RI.9-10.2, RI.11-12.2: Determine the central ideas or themes of a text and analyze their development; summarize the key supporting details and ideas.
• RI.6.3, RI.7.3, RI.8.3, RI.9-10.3, RI.11-12.3: Analyze how and why individuals, events, and ideas develop and interact over the course of the text.
• W.6.2, W.7.2, W.8.2, W.9-10.2, W.11-12.2: Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately.

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