The reference book contains the following sections of the course: "History of Russia from Antiquity to the Beginning of the 17th Century," "History of Russia of the 17th-18th Centuries," "Russia in the 19th Century," "Russia in the 20th - Early 21st Centuries.." The short form of presentation ensures maximum efficiency of self-preparation for the exam. Sample tasks and answers to them, completing each topic, will help to objectively assess the level of knowledge. At the end of the book, a reference chronological table and a dictionary of historical terms and concepts are given in the amount that is necessary for the successful passing of the exam.