Ancient Russia

What was the primary religion in Ancient Russia before the adoption of Christianity?

• Paganism

• Islam

• Buddhism

• Judaism

Which prince is credited with the Christianization of Kievan Rus'?

• Prince Oleg

• Prince Vladimir

• Prince Igor

• Prince Sviatoslav

What was the capital of Kievan Rus', the first East Slavic state?

• Moscow

• Novgorod

• Kiev

• Smolensk

Which of the following was a major trade route in Ancient Russia?

• Silk Road

• Amber Road

• Volga Trade Route

• Trans-Saharan Trade Route

What was the primary language spoken in Ancient Russia?

• Old Church Slavonic

• Latin

• Greek

• Old Norse

Which group of people were known as the Varangians in Ancient Russia?

• Mongols

• Vikings

• Huns

• Slavs

What was the main form of government in Kievan Rus'?

• Democracy

• Monarchy

• Oligarchy

• Republic

Which famous Russian chronicle provides a history of Ancient Russia?

• The Tale of Igor's Campaign

• The Primary Chronicle

• The Novgorod Chronicle

• The Laurentian Codex

What was the main economic activity in Ancient Russia?

• Agriculture

• Mining

• Fishing

• Textile Production

Which Byzantine emperor was involved in the Christianization of Kievan Rus'?

• Justinian I

• Basil II

• Constantine VII

• Heraclius