Part II: Absolute rulers 3

Catherine the Great became Empress when

• her husband, Peter III, died.

• she had had her husband left the country.

• she had her husband removed from being the Czar.

Catherine the Great is remembered has doing what for Russia.

• Improving education for women.

• Bringing literature, music, and art to the people.

• Modernizing Russia long European lines.

• All of the above.

What city was built in a swamp connected to the Baltic Sea, that became the "New" Capital of Russia in 1703-1917. Also know as "The City built on Bones."

• Moscow

• Amsterdam

• London

• St. Petersburg

Name this country that fought against Russia in The Great Northern War, lead by King Charles XII. They were hindering the Russians from reaching the Baltic Sea.

• The Swedish Empire

• The Mongol Empire

• The Ottoman Empire

• The Mughal Empire (India)

Which of the following was NOT an issue with Russia in the 1600s?

• No warm water sea ports

• Uneducated/miss out on the enlightenment

• Primitive towns with little infrastructure

• A lack of Land

Which of the following is the best definition of Westernization?

• A transition of dress and customs to that of American Cowboys

• Expanding a countries borders

• Converting to the customs and practices of Western European civilization.

• Focusing a countries attention more toward farming and cattle herding

What did Peter the Great do to those who opposed his transformation of Russia in the Early 1700s?

• He praised them for their use of Democracy

• He allowed them freedom of speech but wanted them to leave

• He killed, imprisoned, and enslaves those who opposed him

• He tried desperately to convince them to join his cause

Why was Peter's New Capital city a major accomplishment?

• It was built in the mountains

• It kept getting attacked during the building process.

• It was impenetrable from all angles

• It was built on a swamp, with virtually no tools and technology

Which of the following is NOT something "Great" Peter I did for Russia in the early 1700s.

• Built Schools, Museums, Newspapers

• Established a Strong Russian Navy/Army

• Built the great city of St. Petersburg

• Overtook the French and British using cunning skill

Which was a main reason Phillip decided to invade England?

• English pirates

• Elizabeth refused to marry him

• Phillip wanted England to be a Protestant country