Russia, Mongols, and Islam Quiz

What was the primary religion adopted by Kievan Rus' under Prince Vladimir in 988 AD?

• Islam

• Christianity

• Buddhism

• Judaism

Which Mongolian leader is the most famous and credited with expanding the empire?

• Kublai Khan

• Genghis Khan

• Batu Khan

• Ogedei Khan

Which city rose to prominence as the center of the Russian state after the decline of Kiev and broke rule from the Mongols?

• Novgorod

• Moscow

• Kiev

• St. Petersburg

What were the Mongols known for (other than largest empire)?

• Fighting on horseback

• Being the first group to expand into Japan

• Being the first group to be tolerant on the issue of taxes

• How they treated their POWs with respect

Which of the following is NOT one of the Five Pillars of Islam?

• Shahada (Faith)

• Salat (Prayer)

• Zakat (Charity)

• Jihad (Struggle)

Which dynasty did the Mongols establish in China?

• Ming

• Yuan

• Qing

• Tang

Which Byzantine influence was most significant in the development of Kievan Rus'?

• Military tactics

• Religious practices

• Architectural styles

• Legal codes

What title did Ivan III adopt to signify his authority over Russia?

• Tsar

• Emperor

• King

• Sultan

Which Russian leader is known for ending the Mongol rule and unifying Russia?

• Ivan IV

• Ivan III

• Peter the Great

• Catherine the Great

What was the primary reason for the Mongol success in their conquests?

• Superior numbers

• Advanced technology

• Military strategy and organization

• Diplomatic alliances