Polish History and Culture Assessment

The video explores the Jagiellonian dynasty, highlighting key rulers and their contributions to Poland's history. It delves into the Renaissance period, known as Poland's Golden Age, marked by cultural and economic growth. The role of Jan Zamoyski, a significant political figure, is examined, including his influence on the elective monarchy and foreign kings. The video concludes with Zamoyski's legacy, including the founding of Zamość and his impact on Polish development.

Who was the first king of the Jagiellonian dynasty?

• Władysław Warneńczyk

• Jan Olbracht

• Jagiełło

• Kazimierz Jagiellończyk

Which battle led to Władysław Warneńczyk's nickname?

• Battle of Grunwald

• Battle of Varna

• Battle of Tannenberg

• Battle of Vienna

What major event in 1492 marked the beginning of the modern era?

• The discovery of America by Christopher Columbus

• The Protestant Reformation

• The fall of Constantinople

• The invention of the printing press

Which port's return to Polish borders significantly boosted the economy during the Golden Age?

• Kołobrzeg

• Gdańsk

• Szczecin

• Gdynia

Who was Zygmunt Stary's wife, known for introducing new vegetables to Poland?

• Barbara Radziwiłł

• Anna Jagiellonka

• Elżbieta Habsburżanka

• Bona Sforza

What was the significant change in the Polish monarchy after the death of Zygmunt II August?

• Introduction of hereditary monarchy

• Establishment of the Sejm

• Start of the free election of kings

• Union with Lithuania

What was Jan Zamoyski's highest political office?

• Prime Minister

• King

• Minister of Defense

• Chancellor

Which foreign king was the first to be elected by the Polish nobility?

• Henryk Walezy

• Stefan Batory

• Władysław IV

• Zygmunt III Waza

Which city, founded by Jan Zamoyski, is known as the 'ideal city'?

• Poznań

• Zamość

• Kraków

• Warsaw

What was the name of the higher education institution founded by Jan Zamoyski?

• Vilnius University

• Zamość Academy

• Jagiellonian University

• University of Warsaw