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Question 4 • CMS 2026-2027 World History: Issues and Patterns CREDIT RECOVERY

How did the February Revolution in Russia differ from the October Revolution?

Answer

The February Revolution sparked the public’s interest in socialism, while the October Revolution sparked the public’s interest in communism.

The February Revolution marked Russia’s entry into World War I, while the October Revolution coincided with Russia pulling out of the war.

The February Revolution led to the rise of the Bolsheviks, while the October Revolution led to the fall of the Bolsheviks.

The February Revolution removed the tsar from power, while the October Revolution removed the provisional government from power.

Explanation

The February Revolution in 1917 forced Tsar Nicholas II to abdicate and ended the monarchy. Later that year, the October Revolution, led by the Bolsheviks, overthrew the provisional government that had taken power after the tsar. So choice B correctly distinguishes the two revolutions.

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