New Monarchies and Russia in the 1500s

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What was a significant outcome of Russian control over the Volga River?

Facilitation of trade between Russia and Persia.

Enhanced military access to the southern steppes. (correct)

Increased agricultural productivity in central Russia.

Isolation from other European powers.

Which policy did Ivan IV implement for expansion?

Cultural integration of conquered peoples.

Diplomatic marriage alliances.

Complete withdrawal from all neighboring territories.

Incorporation of Siberian tribes through conquest. (correct)

How did Mongol influence shape Russian society?

By abolishing the traditional feudal system.

By promoting democratic governance and representation.

By encouraging trade routes connecting to the East. (correct)

By enforcing a central authority without local leaders.

What role did Cossacks play in the fur trade during the Russian expansion?

They acted as informal traders and often explored new lands. Signup and view all the answers

What characterized Russian exploration into Siberia?

Desire for valuable resources like fur and minerals. Signup and view all the answers

What impact did the control of the Volga River have on Russian trade dynamics?

It facilitated interactions with Asia and the Middle East. Signup and view all the answers

What military strategy did Ivan IV utilize to expand Russia into new territories?

Aggressive ground campaigns supported by artillery. Signup and view all the answers

What was one result of the Mongol dominance over Russia?

Implementation of tribute systems that affected local economies. Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason for the selection of lower-level bureaucrats and merchants during Ivan IV's reign?

To ensure loyalty to Ivan IV Signup and view all the answers

Which event characterized Peter the Great's rise to power?

The consolidation of power against his half-sister Sophia Signup and view all the answers

What was the predominant aspiration of the Church during the Romanov Dynasty?

To conserve traditional values and beliefs Signup and view all the answers

How did Peter the Great reorganize the Russian government?

By creating provinces and a senate Signup and view all the answers

What was a key aspect of the devshirme system in the Ottoman Empire?

It involved the recruitment of Christian boys by force Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant outcome of Peter the Great's reforms regarding provincial officials?

They received a salary rather than relying on local land Signup and view all the answers

What system did the Ottoman sultans use to ensure control over their territories?

Devshirme selection system Signup and view all the answers

What happened to the Streltsy under Peter the Great's rule?

They were integrated into the regular army Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant outcome of Ivan IV's policy to expand eastward?

Control of the Volga River Signup and view all the answers

How did Ivan IV’s reign influence the role of the Cossacks?

They fought local tribes to help expand Russian territories. Signup and view all the answers

What role did the Mongolian conquerors play in shaping Russian development?

Their influence was evident through the introduction of Eastern customs. Signup and view all the answers

What was a key feature of Russian expansion into Siberia during and after Ivan IV’s rule?

The conversion of indigenous tribes to the Orthodox faith. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes Russian trade with Persia and the Ottoman Empire during Ivan IV's reign?

It was facilitated by the direct control of the Volga River. Signup and view all the answers

What was a major consequence of the interaction between fur traders and indigenous tribes during the Russian expansion into Siberia?

Many indigenous tribes converted to Eastern Orthodoxy. Signup and view all the answers

How did the geography of Russia influence its trade capabilities?

The location of its capital made it a trade crossroads. Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of the centralized power in new monarchies marked a significant change in governance in the 1500s?

Bureaucracies expanded and the middle class gained influence. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

New Monarchies

New monarchies in Europe during the 1500s centralized power by controlling taxes, the army, and religion.
Examples of new monarchies include the Tudors in England, the Valois in France, and Queen Isabella and King Ferdinand in Spain.
These new monarchies led to the rise of bureaucracies and the middle class at the expense of lords and the church.
New monarchies sought to curb the private armies of the nobility.

Russia

Russia's position made it a trading hub between the east and west.
Russia was influenced by both Europe and Asia, with a strong link to Europe through its capital cities of Kiev, St. Petersburg, and Moscow.
Ivan IV , also known as Ivan the Terrible, expanded Russia eastward, taking control of Kazan, Astrakhan, and Siberia, held by the descendants of the Golden Horde.

Control of the Volga

Ivan IV allowed the Stroganovs to hire Cossacks to fight local tribes and the Siberian khan.
This expansion resulted in control of the Volga River and access to the Caspian Sea.
Access to the Caspian gave Moscow direct trading routes with Persia and the Ottoman Empire.

Russia Expands to the Pacific

After Ivan IV's reign, Russia continued east into Siberia.
Fur traders and militias conquered indigenous tribes.
Missionaries spread Eastern Orthodox faith.
By 1639, Russia reached the Pacific.
Explorations expanded to Alaska in 1741 and California in 1814.

Peter the Great

The Romanov Dynasty ruled Russia after Ivan IV's death.
Peter I, also known as Peter the Great, consolidated power by defeating his half-sister Sophia and the Streltsy.
He reformed Russia’s government by creating provinces and a senate.

Centralizing Control in the Ottoman Empire

The Ottoman Empire used the devshirme system to staff its military and government.
Christian boys between 8 and 20 were forced to serve in the Ottoman government.
Devshirme evolved from a system of slavery, where slaves were considered tribute after conquest.

Gunpowder Empires

The term Gunpowder Empires refers to states that relied on firearms for territory control.
Gunpowder Empires included the Ottoman, Safavid, and Mughal Empires, all of which had strong Islamic influence.
Suleiman the Magnificent, ruler of the Ottoman Empire, conquered Christian strongholds in Belgrade, Rhodes, and Hungary.

Qing Empire

The Qing Empire in China experienced both invasions and prosperity.

Europe

The year 1450 marks the end of the medieval period and the beginning of the early modern period.
This era saw the end of the Hundred Years' War and the invention of the printing press.
Europe saw the rise of powerful and wealthy nations that launched overseas explorations and established colonies.

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Explore the rise of new monarchies in Europe during the 1500s and their impact on governance, society, and power dynamics. This quiz also examines Russia's expansion under Ivan IV, focusing on its influence and control over trade routes and local tribes. Test your knowledge of this transformative period in European and Russian history.