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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. When did the founding of St. Petersburg transpire?
(a) 1703.
(b) 1707.
(c) 1701.
(d) 1705.

2. Peter could be easily identified and thronged until he was set up securely in which dockyard?
(a) Netherlands Nautical, Ltd.
(b) Rotterdam Naval Shipyard.
(c) East India Company.
(d) Amserdam Shipping Company.

3. What observation could be made about Peter given that he enjoyed Mock-Synod celebrations at Christmas and before Lent, stood with troops rather than the Patriarch at Epiphany when the Moscow River is blessed, and ended executions with bodies being buried as Lent begins?
(a) Peter's reasoning was systematic.
(b) Peter's exploits were well thought out.
(c) Peter's moods swang unpredictably.
(d) Peter's actions were predictable.

4. Frederick of Denmark dropped out of the conflict following what?
(a) Very bloody campaign.
(b) Near annihilation.
(c) Nearly bloodless campaign.
(d) Totally bloodless campaign.

5. Peter was careful to wander, survey, and practice all that he saw Western technology and science reveal, and he dedicated himself to ____________.
(a) Achieving the same in Russia.
(b) Using the same to conquer Sweden.
(c) Using the same to conquer the West.
(d) Advancing international well-being.

Short Answer Questions

1. The "Great Embassy" was led by Lefort, two key diplomats, and ____________.

2. While retaining the Baltic lands, what did Peter allow them to keep?

3. Charles XII broke traditions, proved rash in using disciplined troops, and forced battles. How long did it take for Russia to stand up to him?

4. Sieges were preferred to open-field battle and frequently ended in what manner?

5. What was the name of the frigate Peter helped to construct?

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