Tsardom of Russia

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Tsardom of Russia built?1613 with Michael Romanov
2. What is the reign of ivan IV?1547-1584, first Tsar, initiated reforms and expansion
3. What is the time of troubles?1598-1613, period of political crisis and foreign intervention
4. Who was Ivan IV and why was he important?Ivan IV, also known as Ivan the Terrible, was the first man to call himself a Tsar. He made new laws and fought enemies to make Russia stronger.
5. How did Russia become bigger during the Tsardom?Russia became bigger by fighting and taking lands such as the Kazan and Astrakhan Khanates, and by exploring east into Siberia. Later, wars like the Great Northern War helped Russia reach the Baltic Sea.

Oprichnina: Ivan the Terrible's state terror policy involving mass executions and land confiscations.
Time of Troubles: A period of dynastic crisis, civil war, and foreign invasion in early 17th century Russia.
Great Northern War: A protracted conflict (1700-1721) where Russia defeated Sweden, gaining Baltic access.
Boyars: The highest rank of feudal aristocracy in Russia, often in opposition to the Tsar.