Here are some examples of plans that can be used when writing an essay on the subject of 19th Century Russia:
Question 1 - Why was there discontent in Russia 1861-1914 and how was the discontent expressed?
Question 2 - Could the years 1881-1914 be seen as a lost opportunity with regard to internal reform in Russia?
Question 3 - How did Alexander III encourage economic development in Russia?
Question 4 - Why Nicholas II decided to abdicate in March 1917?
Question 5 - Why did the 1905 Revolution fail?
