Where did Russia come from? - Alex Gendler

What were the main sources of information used to learn about the early Slavic tribes?

• Archaeological evidence, ancient maps, and oral traditions.

• Accounts from Roman Empire scholars, archaeological evidence, and the Primary Chronicle.

• Viking sagas, Byzantine trade records, and tribal songs.

• Modern historical analyses, satellite imagery, and genetic studies.

The name "Rus" is believed to have come from an Old Norse word meaning what?

• Land of the rising sun

• Men who row

• Forest dwellers

• Northern warriors

Which religion did Prince Vladimir I choose for Kievan Rus in 987 A.D. after exploring different faiths?

• Islam

• Judaism

• Orthodox Christianity

• Slavic Paganism

What event in 1237 A.D. is described as the final blow that led to the end of Kievan Rus?

• Fratricidal disputes among princes

• The Fourth Crusade

• An invasion by 35,000 mounted archers led by Batu Khan

• Attacks by Teutonic Crusaders