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Disputed successions and the role of the Supreme State Council and the Preobrazhensky Regiment.
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The epoch of palace coups, 1725–1762
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Which of the following events marked the beginning of the epoch of palace coups in Russia?
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The death of Peter the Great in 1725 initiated a power struggle that led to a series of palace coups.
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- Palace Coup: A sudden overthrow of a government, typically occurring within the royal court, often involving military support.
- Supreme State Council: An advisory body created by Peter the Great to assist in governance, which became involved in the political struggles of the 18th century.
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Confusing the roles of different factions: Clarify that the Supreme State Council was an advisory body while the Preobrazhensky Regiment was a military force that supported various claimants.
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