Question

What was Grigori Rasputin's

connection to the Russian royal family?
A. He grew close to Alexandra, who gave him
considerable political power.
B. He was one of the leading revolutionaries who helped
overthrow the Romanovs.
C. He was the family's most trusted private guard.

Answer 1

I would say the answer is B

Step-by-step explanation:

Rasputin's scandalous and sinister reputation helped discredit the tsarist government.

Answer 2

A. He grew close to Alexandra, who gave him considerable political power.

Step-by-step explanation:

Rasputin was well known for his "healing" abilities. The Romanovs' son Alexei had hemophilia, which meant he could bleed out. Rasputin supposedly saved the boy, and the Romanovs kept him in the palace. When the Tsar went to war, Alexandra was left in charge, so she got help from Grigori. Many believe that they had a romantic relationship, but no evidence has ever been found. Alexandra gave Rasputin political power to help her run the country while her husband was away.