Stfan the Great and the Political Landscape of 15th Century Eastern Europe

What was Stfan's initial reaction to the changes in Poland and Lithuania after King Casemir's death?

• He formed an alliance with the Ottomans.

• He sought refuge in Hungary.

• He remained neutral and observed.

• He immediately declared war.

What was the main goal of the meeting between the leaders of Hungary, Poland, and Lithuania in Lucha?

• To establish a trade agreement.

• To plan a joint campaign against the Ottoman Empire.

• To divide Mulavia among themselves.

• To discuss a peace treaty with the Ottomans.

Why did Stfan begin to distrust John Albert?

• John Albert allied with Vlad Dracula.

• John Albert refused to meet with Stfan.

• John Albert planned to overthrow Stfan in favor of Ziggismund.

• John Albert wanted to strengthen ties with the Ottomans.

How did Stfan respond to the Polish invasion of Mulavia?

• He negotiated a peace treaty with John Albert.

• He surrendered immediately.

• He sought help from the Ottoman Empire and Hungary.

• He fled to Moscow.

What unexpected event weakened the Polish troops during their invasion of Mulavia?

• A harsh winter.

• A surprise attack by the Ottomans.

• A plague outbreak.

• A betrayal by their allies.

What was one of Stfan's key strategies in maintaining power?

• Playing neighboring rulers against each other.

• Isolating Mulavia from external influences.

• Avoiding all foreign alliances.

• Relying solely on military strength.

How was Stfan viewed by the peasantry compared to the boyars?

• As a foreigner by the peasantry and a hero by the boyars.

• As a hero by both groups.

• As a guardian by the peasantry and a tyrant by the boyars.

• As a tyrant by both groups.

What was one of Stfan's contributions to the church?

• He banned all religious practices.

• He constructed new churches and encouraged monasticism.

• He converted to a different religion.

• He taxed the church heavily.

What was one of Stfan's regrets before his death?

• Not conquering Hungary.

• Not reclaiming Kalia.

• Not forming an alliance with Venice.

• Not having a successor.

What was one of Bogdan's first acts as co-ruler with Stfan?

• To expand Mulavia's territory.

• To declare war on the Ottomans.

• To abolish the tribute to the church.

• To renegotiate peace with Poland.