7 B.2 Ivan the Great and the Transformation of Russia

Before Ivan the Great, what was the political structure of Russia like?

• A unified nation-state under a single ruler

• A collection of city-states and principalities

• A vast empire with colonies overseas

• A democratic republic with elected officials

What did Ivan the Great rebuild in Moscow that symbolized its importance?

• The Kremlin

• Saint Basil's Cathedral

• The Bolshoi Theatre

• The Moscow State University

What title did Ivan III use to emphasize his authority?

• Tsar of all Russia

• Duke of Moscow

• Emperor of the East

• Grand Prince of Kiev

How did Ivan the Great impact the Russian Orthodox Church?

• He separated it from the state

• He established it as the state religion

• He converted to Catholicism

• He reduced its influence in society

Which territory did Ivan the Great annex that greatly expanded the Russian domain?

• Siberia

• The Khanate of Kazan

• Novgorod

• Crimea