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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4, On the European Stage, Chapters 53-57.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Peter use to assess the plot and rid himself of the menace?
(a) Threats.
(b) Tortues.
(c) Bribes.
(d) Interrogations.

2. How old was Peter Petrovich when he was named heir?
(a) Four.
(b) Three.
(c) Two.
(d) One.

3. Leopold I promised not to relinquish gains Peter made at Azov, but he offered no assistance in gaining entry to which sea?
(a) Mediterranean Sea.
(b) Baltic Sea.
(c) Adriatic Sea.
(d) Black Sea.

4. When Ivan and Peter were crowned as co-tsars, Sophia took over as __________.
(a) Regent.
(b) Princess.
(c) Queen.
(d) Governor.

5. 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 moods swang unpredictably.
(c) Peter's actions were predictable.
(d) Peter's exploits were well thought out.

Short Answer Questions

1. Sweden, overextended at the peak of its power, ruled Estonia, Ingria, Finland, Karelia, Western Pomerania, Livonia, and ports near what location?

2. The Streltsy mobilized against rumors that Peter would kill whom in Chapter 8?

3. Since Peter needed a more systematic approach to naval concerns, he visited England. How long was he in England?

4. In Chapter 3, who was Sophia?

5. What were some ways Peter broke tradition beyond freeing himself of Eudoxia, shaving nobles' beards, and using decorations in lieu of land as rewards?

(see the answer key)

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