Question 23: With reference to the period up to 1914, discuss the economic developments that took place in Russia during the reigns of Alexander III and Nicholas II.

[Section 12: Imperial Russia, revolution and the establishment of the Soviet Union (1855–1924)]

There is awareness of the demands of the question and some good detailed knowledge, such as, foreign investment in Baku oil fields, cancellation of poll tax, and Redemption Dues. There is some attempt at evaluation of the economic developments, however critical analysis could be clearer. Best fit is the bottom of the 13–15 markband.