Complete the sentence about February Manifesto with the correct year: When Finland had been annexed to Russia in ______, Emperor Alexander I had promised that the old laws could stay in force.
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. 1809
When Finland was annexed by Russia in 1809, Emperor Alexander I had promised that the old laws could remain in force. The Finns felt the manifesto broke that.
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