- 1. My Life by Leon Trotsky is an autobiographical work that offers a profound insight into the life of one of the most influential figures of the Russian Revolution. Written during his exile in the 1930s, the book recounts Trotsky's early years, his intellectual development, and his fervent involvement in the revolutionary movement. Through vivid anecdotes and sharp political reflections, Trotsky details his experiences in the Bolshevik Party, his role in the October Revolution of 1917, and his leadership in the Red Army during the Civil War. He provides a personal and historical perspective on the tumultuous events that shaped Soviet society and politics, while also reflecting on his ideological battles with contemporaries like Stalin. The narrative is not merely a recounting of events; it is also a profound meditation on revolution, power, and betrayal, offering critical insights into the dynamics of leadership and the nature of political struggle. Trotsky's eloquence and passion shine through as he examines his relationships with other leaders, the ideals of Marxism, and the eventual disillusionment he faced within the Soviet regime. Overall, 'My Life' serves as both a personal memoir and a political treatise, encapsulating the fervor of a revolutionary who shaped the course of history.
What is the original language of 'My Life' by Trotsky?
A) English
B) Russian
C) German
D) French
- 2. In which year was 'My Life' published?
A) 1930
B) 1935
C) 1940
D) 1925
- 3. Trotsky was a key figure in which revolution?
A) Chinese Revolution
B) American Revolution
C) French Revolution
D) Russian Revolution
- 4. Which political party did Trotsky co-found?
A) Menshevik Party
B) Socialist Revolutionary Party
C) Communist Party USA
D) Bolshevik Party
- 5. What was Trotsky's role in the Soviet government?
A) Chairman of the Council of People's Commissars
B) General Secretary
C) People's Commissar for Foreign Affairs
D) Minister of Defense
- 6. Trotsky was exiled from the Soviet Union in which year?
A) 1926
B) 1932
C) 1929
D) 1935
- 7. Who was Trotsky’s political rival within the Soviet leadership?
A) Zinoviev
B) Bukharin
C) Stalin
D) Kamenev
- 8. Where was Trotsky assassinated?
A) Paris
B) Berlin
C) New York
D) Mexico City
- 9. Which literary form is 'My Life' written in?
A) Essay
B) Biography
C) Novel
D) Autobiography
- 10. What event does Trotsky reflect on in his autobiography?
A) Russian Civil War
B) World War II
C) Spanish Civil War
D) World War I
- 11. In 'My Life', Trotsky discusses his early life in which country?
A) Belarus
B) Ukraine
C) Russia
D) Poland
- 12. What was the name of Trotsky's theory regarding international revolution?
A) Socialism in One Country
B) New Economic Policy
C) Permanent Revolution
D) Proletarian Internationalism
- 13. Trotsky's exile began due to his opposition to which policy?
A) General Strike
B) New Economic Policy
C) War Communism
D) Socialism in One Country
- 14. What was one of Trotsky's contributions to military theory?
A) Defensive Warfare Techniques
B) Total War Strategy
C) Military Theory of the Permanent Revolution
D) Guerrilla Warfare Principles
- 15. What major work did Trotsky write about the Russian Revolution?
A) The Revolution Betrayed
B) History of the Russian Revolution
C) Imperialism, the Highest Stage of Capitalism
D) State and Revolution
- 16. Trotsky was born in which year?
A) 1881
B) 1883
C) 1879
D) 1877
- 17. What is the full title of Trotsky's autobiography?
A) War and Peace
B) My Life
C) Revolutionary Ideas
D) The Past and Present
- 18. What was Trotsky's real name?
A) Joseph Vissarionovich Dzhugashvili
B) Leon Nikolayevich Trotsky
C) Lev Davidovich Bronstein
D) Vladimir Ilyich Ulyanov
- 19. What happened to Trotsky in 1940?
A) Assassinated
B) Elected to office
C) Exiled again
D) Imprisoned
- 20. Which organization did Trotsky help to form?
A) The Socialist Workers' Party
B) The Communist League
C) The Fourth International
D) The Second International
- 21. Which literary style characterizes 'My Life'?
A) Historical fiction
B) Dramatic script
C) Autobiographical narrative
D) Poetry
- 22. Trotsky had a major role in which governmental body?
A) Duma
B) Soviet government
C) NATO
D) United Nations
- 23. Trotsky believed that socialism could not succeed without what?
A) International support
B) Cultural homogeneity
C) National isolation
D) Economic independence
- 24. Which ideology is Trotsky most associated with?
A) Trotskyism
B) Leninism
C) Maoism
D) Stalinism
- 25. Trotsky also emphasized the importance of which type of consciousness among workers?
A) Bourgeois interests
B) Class consciousness
C) Religious fervor
D) Nationalism
- 26. Where was Trotsky exiled to in 1929?
A) America
B) France
C) Turkey
D) Germany
- 27. What was Trotsky's view on socialism in one country?
A) Unaware
B) Indifferent
C) Supported it
D) Opposed it
- 28. In which year did Trotsky die?
A) 1939
B) 1940
C) 1945
D) 1938
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