Peter the Great: Westernization of Russia
Students will study Peter the Great's efforts to Westernize Russia and the founding of St. Petersburg.
Key Questions
- Analyze Peter the Great's motivations for his determined efforts to Westernize Russia.
- Explain how the strategic location and construction of St. Petersburg reflected Peter's ambitious goals.
- Assess whether Peter's modernization policies ultimately benefited all segments of Russian society.
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