- 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) German
C) French
D) Russian
- 2. In which year was 'My Life' published?
A) 1930
B) 1925
C) 1940
D) 1935
- 3. Trotsky was a key figure in which revolution?
A) French Revolution
B) Chinese Revolution
C) American Revolution
D) Russian Revolution
- 4. Which political party did Trotsky co-found?
A) Socialist Revolutionary Party
B) Menshevik Party
C) Communist Party USA
D) Bolshevik Party
- 5. What was Trotsky's role in the Soviet government?
A) Minister of Defense
B) Chairman of the Council of People's Commissars
C) People's Commissar for Foreign Affairs
D) General Secretary
- 6. Trotsky was exiled from the Soviet Union in which year?
A) 1929
B) 1932
C) 1935
D) 1926
- 7. Who was Trotsky’s political rival within the Soviet leadership?
A) Kamenev
B) Zinoviev
C) Bukharin
D) Stalin
- 8. Where was Trotsky assassinated?
A) Berlin
B) Paris
C) Mexico City
D) New York
- 9. Which literary form is 'My Life' written in?
A) Novel
B) Biography
C) Autobiography
D) Essay
- 10. What event does Trotsky reflect on in his autobiography?
A) Spanish Civil War
B) World War I
C) World War II
D) Russian Civil War
- 11. In 'My Life', Trotsky discusses his early life in which country?
A) Ukraine
B) Russia
C) Poland
D) Belarus
- 12. What was one of Trotsky's contributions to military theory?
A) Total War Strategy
B) Guerrilla Warfare Principles
C) Military Theory of the Permanent Revolution
D) Defensive Warfare Techniques
- 13. Trotsky was born in which year?
A) 1877
B) 1881
C) 1879
D) 1883
- 14. What happened to Trotsky in 1940?
A) Assassinated
B) Imprisoned
C) Elected to office
D) Exiled again
- 15. What is the full title of Trotsky's autobiography?
A) War and Peace
B) The Past and Present
C) My Life
D) Revolutionary Ideas
- 16. Where was Trotsky exiled to in 1929?
A) France
B) Germany
C) America
D) Turkey
- 17. Which ideology is Trotsky most associated with?
A) Maoism
B) Leninism
C) Trotskyism
D) Stalinism
- 18. What major work did Trotsky write about the Russian Revolution?
A) State and Revolution
B) The Revolution Betrayed
C) Imperialism, the Highest Stage of Capitalism
D) History of the Russian Revolution
- 19. What was the name of Trotsky's theory regarding international revolution?
A) Socialism in One Country
B) Permanent Revolution
C) Proletarian Internationalism
D) New Economic Policy
- 20. Trotsky had a major role in which governmental body?
A) Duma
B) NATO
C) Soviet government
D) United Nations
- 21. 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
- 22. Which organization did Trotsky help to form?
A) The Socialist Workers' Party
B) The Second International
C) The Fourth International
D) The Communist League
- 23. Which literary style characterizes 'My Life'?
A) Poetry
B) Dramatic script
C) Historical fiction
D) Autobiographical narrative
- 24. Trotsky believed that socialism could not succeed without what?
A) Cultural homogeneity
B) Economic independence
C) National isolation
D) International support
- 25. Trotsky also emphasized the importance of which type of consciousness among workers?
A) Nationalism
B) Bourgeois interests
C) Class consciousness
D) Religious fervor
- 26. What was Trotsky's view on socialism in one country?
A) Opposed it
B) Unaware
C) Supported it
D) Indifferent
- 27. What was Trotsky's real name?
A) Joseph Vissarionovich Dzhugashvili
B) Vladimir Ilyich Ulyanov
C) Leon Nikolayevich Trotsky
D) Lev Davidovich Bronstein
- 28. In which year did Trotsky die?
A) 1939
B) 1938
C) 1940
D) 1945
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