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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, The Great Northern War, Chapters 34—39.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who was the King of Poland that Peter met en route home?
(a) Augustus II.
(b) Augustus I.
(c) Wilhelm.
(d) Heinrich I.

2. Patkul, an anti-Swede from __________, stirred Peter and Augustus to action against Charles XII?
(a) Livonia,
(b) Estonia.
(c) Ingria.
(d) Karelia.

3. Since Peter needed a more systematic approach to naval concerns, he visited England. How long was he in England?
(a) Six months.
(b) Eight months.
(c) Four months.
(d) Ten months.

4. Sieges were preferred to open-field battle and frequently ended in what manner?
(a) Religious sanctuary.
(b) Massive retreat.
(c) Honorable surrender.
(d) Minimal deaths.

5. Chapter 37 described a clash that was most effective because of Rehnskjold's failure to share what with fellow generals?
(a) Battle plans.
(b) Food supplies.
(c) Reinforcements.
(d) Gunpowder.

Short Answer Questions

1. After serfs and peasants were drafted by the thousands for unskilled shipbuilding labor, what work moved swiftly despite what?

2. Russia captured Riga and _________.

3. Peter was careful to wander, survey, and practice all that he saw Western technology and science reveal, and he dedicated himself to ____________.

4. Where did Charles XII flee as Peter made his first disciplined infantry launch?

5. How long did Peter work at the Dutch company to learn his trade?

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