Unit 3: Modern nations in the 20th Century, Elective 2: Russia and the Soviet Union 1914-1945
This unit examines the characteristics of modern nations in the 20th century; the crises that confronted nations, their responses to these crises and the different paths nations have taken to fulfill their goals. Students study one nation.
In this guide, syllabus points are shown in purple.
Try writing the exam without looking at the answers, then use the answers to see how you went. This will give you a good indication of where you are with study and preparation. Note that these include units not studied at Corpus Christi so only do the electives (e.g. Russia) that you're actually studying!
Perspectives and interpretations
analyse and account for the different perspectives of individuals and groups in the past
Historical Knowledge and Understanding
significant ideas of the period
Chronology, terms and concepts
identify links between events to understand the nature and significance of causation, continuity and change over time
Historical Knowledge and Understanding
an overview of Russia in 1914 as background for more intensive study of the period
Social Discontent
Economic Discontent
Political Discontent
Historical Knowledge and Understanding
the role and impact of significant individuals in the period, including political, military and social/cultural leaders
Historical Knowledge and Understanding
the internal divisions and crises within Russian society
The Russian Civil War was a conflict to control the political future of Russia after the two 1917 Revolutions. The war ended with the formation of the Soviet Union.
Trotsky addressing the Red Guard, 1918, Library of Congress (US)
Historical Knowledge and Understanding
the impact of leadership and political ideas