The author, using the experience of many years of work teaching history at school and at preparatory courses in universities, compiled a manual designed to help applicants prepare for successful passing of entrance exams in history, master knowledge and techniques of independent work. The manual includes an approximate program on Russian history, methodological tips, recommended literature, a chronological table, a summary of the most difficult questions of history, educational schemes and tables, questions for repetition. The book was widely acclaimed. The allowance can be used not only by applicants, but also by teachers, high school students, students who are all interested in Russian history.