7B. 4 The Era of Peter the Great

What was one of the main goals of Peter the Great's travels to Western Europe?

• To find new lands for Russia to colonize

• To learn about Western culture and technology

• To establish diplomatic relations with Spain

• To write a book about his experiences

Which aspect of Western culture did Peter the Great introduce to Russian society?

• Parliamentary democracy

• The tradition of afternoon tea

• The wearing of traditional Russian clothing

• Shaving of beards and wearing of Western-style clothing

How did Peter the Great contribute to the modernization of the Russian navy?

• By hiring pirates to train the sailors

• By building a new fleet based on Western designs

• By banning all naval activities

• By purchasing ships from other European countries

What type of professionals did Peter the Great bring back to Russia from his travels?

• Artists and musicians

• Scientists and mathematicians

• Shipbuilders and engineers

• All of the above

What was one of the ways Peter the Great changed the Russian government?

• He abolished the monarchy

• He introduced a new tax system

• He created a democratic parliament

• He established a system of feudal lords

Why did Peter the Great build the city of St. Petersburg?

• As a monument to himself

• To have a warm-water port

• To serve as the new capital of Russia

• Both B and C

What was the purpose of Peter the Great's Grand Embassy to Europe?

• To find a bride for himself

• To seek allies against the Ottoman Empire

• To learn about European customs and industrial techniques

• To convert to Christianity

How did Peter the Great enforce his new policies on Westernization?

• Through peaceful discussions

• By offering incentives for compliance

• By imposing harsh penalties for non-compliance

• By creating educational programs

What was one of the educational reforms Peter the Great implemented?

• He banned all schools in Russia

• He established the first university in Russia

• He made education compulsory for all children

• He introduced a foreign language requirement in schools

How did Peter the Great get his title "the Great"?

• It was inherited from his father

• He chose it for himself

• It was given to him by the Russian Orthodox Church

• He earned it through his efforts to modernize Russia