The February/March revolution occurred mainly as a result of WW1. Explain why you agree or disagree with this view.

The Bolsheviks consolidated their hold on power in the years after the October revolution mainly through the use of violence against their opponents. Explain why you agree or disagree with this view.

Soviet Foreign Policy between 1918 and 1929 should be seen as a success. Explain why you agree or disagree with this view.

Stalin’s Victory in the power struggle between 1922 and 1929 was due to the popularity of his policies.’ Explain why you agree or disagree with this view, giving reasons for your answer.

Stalin embarked on the Great Tun as a result of the failings of the New Economic Policy. Explain why you agree or disagree with this statement.

The February Revolution was entirely avoidable had Russia been better led. Assess the validity of this view.