Battle of Kulikovo: Defiance and Triumph Against the Mongol Horde

The video covers the Mongol invasion of Kievan Rus, the rise of Dmitri Donskoy, and the Battle of Kulikovo. It details the political and military struggles between the Rus principalities and the Mongol rulers, focusing on Dmitri's efforts to assert independence. The Battle of Kulikovo is highlighted as a significant victory for the Rus, despite not ending Mongol dominance.

What was the Mongol yoke?

• A Mongol leader's title

• A Mongol festival

• A type of Mongol weapon

• A period of Mongol rule over the Kievan Rus

Who was Dmitri Donskoy?

• A Prince of Moscow

• A Mongol warlord

• A Khan of the Golden Horde

• A Lithuanian general

Why did Mamai initially grant the Grand Duchy of Vladimir to Dmitri?

• Because of Dmitri's military prowess

• Because Moscow paid the highest tribute

• Because of a lack of other candidates

• Because Dmitri was his ally

What was the outcome of the Battle of the Vossa River?

• Mamai captured Moscow

• The battle ended in a stalemate

• Dmitri's forces defeated Mamai

• Mamai's forces defeated Dmitri

How did Mamai respond to Dmitri's defiance?

• He offered peace negotiations

• He abdicated his position

• He fled to Crimea

• He sought an alliance with Lithuania and Rizan

What strategic decision did Dmitri face before the Battle of Kulikovo?

• Whether to ally with Lithuania

• Whether to cross the Don River

• Whether to surrender to Mamai

• Whether to retreat to Moscow

What was the significance of the Battle of Kulikovo?

• It ended the Mongol yoke

• It was the first major victory against the Mongols

• It resulted in the capture of Moscow

• It led to a peace treaty with the Mongols

What was the role of Prince Vladimir in the Battle of Kulikovo?

• He led the main Russian army

• He commanded the ambush force

• He negotiated with Mamai

• He was a Mongol ally

What happened to Mamai after the Battle of Kulikovo?

• He retired peacefully

• He was killed by Toktamish

• He was captured by Dmitri

• He became the Khan of the Golden Horde

What was the immediate consequence of the Battle of Kulikovo for Moscow?

• Moscow formed an alliance with Lithuania

• Moscow was destroyed by Mamai

• Moscow was besieged by Toktamish

• Moscow gained independence