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The Rise of Russia

Agenda Complete worksheet Discussion – Decline of Kiev – Rise of Russia. The Rise of Russia. Kiev Declines – Moscow Rises. Territory split among princes  territory fragments with in-fighting and attacks. Mongols invade and conquer.

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The Rise of Russia

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  1. Agenda Complete worksheet Discussion – Decline of Kiev – Rise of Russia The Rise of Russia

  2. Kiev Declines – Moscow Rises Territory split among princes  territory fragments with in-fighting and attacks. Mongols invade and conquer. Impose taxes to gain wealth – taxes paid to preserve customs/government. Improved communication, built roads, Russian language develops. Lithuanians/Poles take land – begin rivalry with Slavs/Mongols (still exists today).

  3. Ivan III (Ivan the Great) • Ivan IV (Ivan the Terrible) • Relationship to “Rome” • Rise of the Orthodox Church Decline of Kiev – Rise of Moscow

  4. Why is this important? Preserve and continue the cultures of Greece and Rome. That way, when Europe is ready, they can rediscover their lost heritage. Provide a bridge between Europe and Asia- open to and interested in many things- pass them on to others.

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