Describe the influence of geographic factors on the rise of Russian civilization Explain the origins and influence of the Russian Orthodox Church

Summarize political, economic, and cultural aspects of tsarist Russia

Describe political and cultural influences on Eastern European kingdoms

Explain the impact of Mongol rule on Russia and Eastern Europe

Produce a written guide to life in medieval Europe that analyzes the experiences and roles of the serf, merchant and artisan, noble, and ruling class.

-what is one question you might ask after reading the fred munguia's story?

Which is one reason many african nations have not prospered after gaining independence from european colonial powers? a. colonial powers sent their weakest economic advisors to the new countries, and their recommendations were flawed. b. independence left them with weak economies, and many countries have been unable to overcome or recover from these burdens. c. the desert region of the interior is inhospitable to foreign investors, and business interests focused on the coastal mediterranean cities. d. the money endowed upon independence is still tied up in the bank of england, which is hesitant to make loans to struggling nations.

Montezuma was taken prisoner by the spanish and held captive for months while the spanish ransacked the city of tenochtitlan. what was the fate of montezuma? a he escaped only to be cut down in battle.b he reasoned with the spanish and got them to leave the city.c he died of old age while in the custody of cortes.d he was struck with stones trying to plead for peace with his people and it is reported he died a few days later.