History of Russia Part 2

The video covers Russia's history from the Time of Troubles in 1612 to the rise of Catherine the Great. It begins with the anarchy and foreign occupation during the Time of Troubles, leading to the establishment of the Romanov dynasty. The video discusses the implementation of serfdom under Tsar Aleksey and the religious schism caused by Patriarch Nikon. It highlights Peter the Great's modernization efforts, including military reforms and the founding of St. Petersburg. The narrative continues with the exploration of Alaska and the Aleutian Islands, Elizabeth's leadership during the Seven Years' War, and concludes with the deposition of Peter III and the ascension of Catherine the Great.

What event is commemorated on Russian National Unity Day?

• The execution of Stenka Razin

• The signing of the Treaty of Nystad

• The founding of St. Petersburg

• The end of the Time of Troubles

What was the impact of the Sobornoye Ulozheniye under Tsar Aleksey?

• It ended the Thirteen Years' War

• It abolished serfdom

• It established a new capital

• It turned peasants into serfs

Which war led to Russia reclaiming Smolensk and taking control of Eastern Ukraine?

• The Crimean War

• The Thirteen Years' War

• The Seven Years' War

• The Great Northern War

What was one of Peter the Great's major achievements?

• Signing a treaty with China

• Establishing the first Russian navy

• Founding the city of Moscow

• Building the Winter Palace

What was the outcome of the Great Northern War for Russia?

• Defeat at the Battle of Poltava

• Signing a treaty with the Ottoman Empire

• Gaining dominance in the Baltic region

• Loss of territory to Sweden

Who led the first expedition to chart the coast of Alaska during Empress Anna's reign?

• Stenka Razin

• Vitus Bering

• Peter the Great

• Fyodor III

What was a significant architectural achievement during Elizabeth's reign?

• The construction of the Kremlin

• The building of the Winter Palace

• The founding of St. Petersburg

• The creation of the Russian navy

What was Peter III's controversial decision during the Seven Years' War?

• To sign a treaty with the Ottoman Empire

• To swap sides and support Prussia

• To invade Sweden

• To ally with France

Who became empress after the deposition of Peter III?

• Anna Ioannovna

• Sofia

• Elizabeth

• Catherine the Great

What is Catherine the Great's reign best remembered for?

• Ending the Time of Troubles

• Being one of Russia's most glorious periods

• The defeat in the Great Northern War

• The abolition of serfdom