The Rise of Russia

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

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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. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

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  • The Rise of RussiaAgenda Complete worksheetDiscussion Decline of Kiev Rise of Russia

  • 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).

  • Decline of Kiev Rise of Moscow Ivan III (Ivan the Great) Ivan IV (Ivan the Terrible) Relationship to Rome Rise of the Orthodox Church

  • 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.