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Bolshevik

usgb/ˈbəʊlʃɪvɪk/Volume
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Historical OriginPlay
Understand that 'Bolshevik' originated from a group that changed Russian history. SlideMy history class covers how the Bolsheviks sparked the October Revolution.
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Political ContextPlay
Bolsheviks were tied to radical changes and communist ideas in Russia. SlideThe Bolshevik ideology was influential throughout the 20th century.
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Not ContemporaryPlay
The term is historical and not used for current political groups. SlideBolshevik policies were studied, but no modern parties are called Bolsheviks.