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Study Guide: The Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic: Formation, Governance, and Legacy

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The Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic: Formation, Governance, and Legacy Study Guide

Establishment and Initial Context

The Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic was officially proclaimed on February 12, 1918, as part of the Ukrainian People's Republic of Soviets.

Answer: True

Explanation: The republic's proclamation on February 12, 1918, established it as a constituent part of the broader Ukrainian People's Republic of Soviets during a period of significant political upheaval.

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The term 'Soviet republic' refers to a government structure based on councils of workers, soldiers, and peasants.

Answer: True

Explanation: The term 'Soviet republic' denotes a governmental structure founded upon councils representing workers, soldiers, and peasants.

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The Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic was proclaimed three days after the UPR signed the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk.

Answer: True

Explanation: The proclamation occurred in immediate proximity to the UPR's signing of the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk, highlighting the complex and overlapping political developments of the period.

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The Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic was established during World War II.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic was established in 1918, during World War I, not during World War II.

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The Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic was a short-lived, unrecognized Soviet entity proclaimed in 1918.

Answer: True

Explanation: This statement accurately summarizes the republic's fundamental characteristics: its brief duration, its unrecognized status, and its proclamation year.

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When was the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic proclaimed?

Answer: February 12, 1918

Explanation: The Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic was formally proclaimed on February 12, 1918.

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What historical event's turmoil provided the backdrop for the proclamation of the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic?

Answer: The Russian Revolution and World War I

Explanation: The republic's proclamation occurred amidst the profound political and military disruptions of the Russian Revolution and World War I.

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The Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic was proclaimed shortly after which significant event involving the Ukrainian People's Republic?

Answer: The signing of the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk by the UPR

Explanation: The proclamation occurred shortly after the Ukrainian People's Republic signed its own Treaty of Brest-Litovsk with the Central Powers.

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Territorial Claims and Administrative Structure

The Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic claimed territories exclusively north of the Ukrainian People's Republic.

Answer: False

Explanation: The republic's claimed territories, including major industrial regions, were situated south of the Ukrainian People's Republic, not exclusively north of it.

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The Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic's claimed territory is entirely within modern-day Russia.

Answer: False

Explanation: The territory claimed by the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic is not entirely within modern-day Russia; it primarily encompasses regions now part of eastern Ukraine.

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The Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic's claims were primarily focused on the industrial and mining regions of the Donbas.

Answer: True

Explanation: The territorial claims of the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic were indeed primarily focused on the industrial and mining regions of the Donbas and surrounding areas.

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The map included in the source material showing the claimed territory requires a citation for verification.

Answer: True

Explanation: The map depicting the claimed territory of the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic in the source material is indeed noted as requiring a citation for verification.

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The Yekaterinoslav Governorate was part of the territory claimed by the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Yekaterinoslav Governorate was indeed among the administrative regions claimed by the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic.

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Which of the following territories was NOT claimed by the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic?

Answer: The entire Crimean Peninsula

Explanation: While the republic claimed significant industrial regions like Kharkov and Yekaterinoslav Governorates and parts of Kherson, the entire Crimean Peninsula was not part of its stated territorial claims.

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What does the notation '[citation needed]' next to the map in the source material imply?

Answer: The map's information requires verification from reliable sources.

Explanation: The '[citation needed]' notation signifies that the cartographic data presented requires corroboration from authoritative sources to ensure its factual accuracy.

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What information is provided by the geographical coordinates (49.9000° N, 36.3000° E) at the end of the article?

Answer: An approximate central point within the republic's associated territory.

Explanation: The geographical coordinates provided, approximately 49.9000° N latitude and 36.3000° E longitude, likely denote a central point within the territory historically associated with the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic.

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Political Landscape and Recognition

Vladimir Lenin strongly supported the immediate creation and recognition of the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic.

Answer: False

Explanation: Contrary to the premise, Vladimir Lenin and Yakov Sverdlov did not endorse the formation of the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic, although some other Bolshevik figures offered support.

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The Treaty of Brest-Litovsk, signed on March 3, 1918, led to Soviet Russia's withdrawal from World War I.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Treaty of Brest-Litovsk was a pivotal agreement that concluded Soviet Russia's participation in World War I, significantly altering the geopolitical landscape of Eastern Europe.

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The government of the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic collaborated closely with the Ukrainian People's Republic (UPR) government.

Answer: False

Explanation: The government of the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic did not collaborate closely with the Ukrainian People's Republic (UPR) government; rather, their relationship was characterized by competing claims and political opposition.

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The Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic successfully gained recognition from the Russian Soviet Federative Socialist Republic (RSFSR).

Answer: False

Explanation: The Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic did not gain recognition from the Russian Soviet Federative Socialist Republic (RSFSR).

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The Ukrainian Soviet Republic was established before the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Ukrainian Soviet Republic was established after the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic.

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Elena Stasova was one of the Bolshevik figures who opposed the formation of the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic.

Answer: False

Explanation: Elena Stasova was among the Bolshevik figures who supported, rather than opposed, the formation of the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic.

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The Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic was recognized by the Central Powers as part of the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic was not recognized by the Central Powers within the framework of the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk.

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The Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic was a constituent republic of the Soviet Union from its inception.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic was not a constituent republic of the Soviet Union from its inception; it predated the formal establishment of the USSR and was itself unrecognized.

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Which treaty, signed on March 3, 1918, marked Soviet Russia's withdrawal from World War I?

Answer: Treaty of Brest-Litovsk

Explanation: The Treaty of Brest-Litovsk, signed on March 3, 1918, officially ended Soviet Russia's participation in World War I.

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How did Vladimir Lenin view the formation of the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic?

Answer: He did not support its creation.

Explanation: Historical accounts indicate that Vladimir Lenin did not support the establishment of the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic.

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Which of the following best describes the international recognition status of the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic?

Answer: It lacked recognition from any international entities or the Russian SFSR.

Explanation: The republic failed to gain formal recognition from any significant international bodies or even from the Russian Soviet Federative Socialist Republic.

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The Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic challenged the authority of which Ukrainian governing bodies?

Answer: The General Secretariat of Ukraine and the People's Secretariat

Explanation: The republic's government asserted its authority in opposition to established Ukrainian bodies such as the General Secretariat and the People's Secretariat.

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Which of the following is a key characteristic of a 'self-declared republic' like the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic?

Answer: Its sovereignty is asserted internally without external validation.

Explanation: A 'self-declared republic' is defined by its internal assertion of sovereignty, lacking formal recognition from established external authorities.

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Dissolution and Immediate Aftermath

The Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic was officially disbanded on March 20, 1918, during the second All-Ukrainian Congress of Soviets.

Answer: True

Explanation: The formal dissolution of the republic occurred during the second All-Ukrainian Congress of Soviets, marking the end of its brief existence.

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The Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic was formally disbanded during which event?

Answer: The second All-Ukrainian Congress of Soviets

Explanation: The republic's formal disbandment occurred during the second All-Ukrainian Congress of Soviets on March 20, 1918.

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Which of the following entities succeeded the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic?

Answer: The Ukrainian Soviet Republic

Explanation: The Ukrainian Soviet Republic emerged as the successor entity to the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic, signifying a consolidation of Soviet authority in Ukraine and absorbing the claims of the prior, unrecognized republic.

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Why was the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic's existence short-lived?

Answer: It lacked recognition, challenged treaties, and was absorbed into a larger Soviet structure.

Explanation: The republic's ephemeral nature stemmed from its lack of recognition, its contravention of the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk's stipulations, and its eventual absorption into the larger Ukrainian Soviet Republic, all exacerbated by a complex political milieu and competing claims of authority.

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Which of the following was a key provision of the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk concerning territories previously belonging to Russia?

Answer: They would no longer be subject to Russian sovereignty, with their future status determined by their populations.

Explanation: Article III of the treaty stipulated that territories previously under Russian sovereignty would have their future status determined by their populations, effectively ceding control.

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Enduring Historical Significance and Modern Interpretations

The Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic was a long-lasting entity that significantly influenced the borders of modern Eastern Europe.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic was a short-lived entity that did not significantly influence the borders of modern Eastern Europe.

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The Donetsk People's Republic (DPR) declared itself the historical successor to the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic in 2015.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Donetsk People's Republic (DPR) formally declared itself the historical successor to the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic in 2015.

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The hatnote at the beginning of the article distinguishes the historical republic from the modern separatist entity known as the Donetsk People's Republic.

Answer: True

Explanation: The hatnote at the beginning of the article serves to distinguish the historical Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic from the contemporary separatist entity known as the Donetsk People's Republic.

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The inclusion of 'Novorossiya' in the 'See also' section suggests a historical overlap with the claimed territories.

Answer: True

Explanation: The inclusion of 'Novorossiya' in the 'See also' section suggests a historical overlap with the claimed territories of the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic.

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The 'Authority control' section links to external library catalogs for further research on the republic.

Answer: True

Explanation: The 'Authority control' section indeed provides links to external library and database catalogs for further scholarly research on the republic.

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The inclusion of 'Russians in Ukraine' in the 'See also' section highlights which aspect relevant to the republic?

Answer: The demographic context of the region.

Explanation: Linking to 'Russians in Ukraine' emphasizes the demographic context of the region, suggesting that the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic's territory was historically populated by a significant Russian-speaking demographic, relevant to political and national identity discourse.

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The reference to 'Federal States of New Russia' in the 'See also' section likely relates to:

Answer: A historical or contemporary political entity with regional ties.

Explanation: The term 'New Russia' (Novorossiya) has historical and contemporary political connotations related to regions in southern Ukraine and Russia, suggesting a link to the republic's territorial context.

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What does the navbox 'Communism in Ukraine' suggest about the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic?

Answer: It fits within the broader context of communist states and movements in Ukraine.

Explanation: The 'Communism in Ukraine' navbox contextualizes the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic within the broader historical framework of communist movements and Soviet state formation in Ukraine, positioning it among various Soviet-style entities that emerged during the revolutionary period.

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The Donetsk People's Republic (DPR) declared itself the successor to the Donetsk–Krivoy Rog Soviet Republic in which year?

Answer: 2015

Explanation: The DPR's declaration of succession occurred in 2015, linking the modern separatist movement to the historical Soviet republic.

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