The Rise and Fall of the Swedish Empire

Which monarch is credited with the start of the Swedish Empire?

• Queen Christina

• Charles XI

• Gustavus Adolphus

• Charles XII

What major religious movement did King Gustav Vasa align Sweden with?

• Islamic Expansion

• Orthodox Christianity

• Protestant Reformation

• Catholic Reformation

What was a significant consequence of Queen Christina's rule?

• Alliance with the Holy Roman Empire

• Expansion of Swedish territories

• Strengthening of the Swedish navy

• Financial instability and public disapproval

What was the primary focus of Charles Gustav's rule?

• Military action and financial reform

• Cultural development

• Colonial expansion

• Religious conversion

What was the Treaty of Olivia intended to achieve?

• End hostilities with neighboring states

• Expand Swedish territories

• Strengthen the Swedish monarchy

• Promote trade with Asia

Which country convinced Sweden to invade the Electorate of Brandenburg?

• Russia

• France

• Poland

• Denmark

What was a major factor in the decline of the Swedish Empire under Charles XII?

• Multiple simultaneous wars

• Successful military campaigns

• Internal stability

• Economic prosperity

What was the outcome of Charles XII's death in battle?

• Expansion of the empire

• Revival of the Swedish economy

• End of Sweden's global power

• Strengthening of alliances

What was a key reason for the Swedish Empire's inability to stabilize?

• Lack of external threats

• Solid economic foundation

• Strong leadership

• Internal instability and corruption

What marked the end of Sweden's time as an empire?

• Collapse due to internal and external pressures

• Charles XII's successful reforms

• Alliance with the Holy Roman Empire

• Victory in the Great Northern War