Crash Course World His. "Russia, the Kievan Rus, & the Mongolls"

Who were the settlers of Kiev believed to be?

• Mongols

• Slavic people

• Byzantines

• Vikings

What was the Kievan Rus?

• A Russian empire

• A powerful city-state

• A Mongol khanate

• A trading company

How did the Kievan Rus' economy primarily function?

• By exporting technology

• On gold mining

• Based on agriculture and trade

• Through industrial manufacturing

What role did the Mongols play in Russia's history?

• They conquered and ruled over Russia.

• They helped establish trade routes.

• They had no significant impact.

• They were allies in wars against Europe.

What was a major consequence of Mongol rule in Russia?

• Cultural exchange

• Technological advancements

• Economic prosperity

• Isolation from Europe

What was a key factor in Moscow's safety and growth during Mongol rule?

• Its geographical location

• Its diplomatic relations with Europe

• Its military strength

• Its technological advancements

What was the significance of the Battle of Kulikovo Field?

• It started the Mongol invasion of Russia

• It led to the fall of Moscow

• It was the first major defeat of the Mongols in Russia

• It marked the end of the Kievan Rus

Who was Ivan the Great?

• A Mongol leader

• A famous Russian novelist

• The first centralized Russian ruler

• The founder of Kievan Rus

What did Ivan the Great do to expand Muscovite power?

• Introduced democratic governance

• Established a new religion

• Conquered neighboring territories

• Formed an alliance with the Mongols

What was the oprichniki?

• A council of advisers

• A group of merchants

• A religious sect

• A corps of secret police