1. Describe Yaroslavl's contributions to Russian political and cultural life that he has received the name "Wise" for (e.g. culture, politics, etc.) Give specific examples (as many as you can) of his contributions to each of the areas that you mentioned. Be concise.
2. Why did the Mongol invasion produce a far less devastating effect on Europe than on Russia?
3. What were the three major contributions of Alexander Nevsky that made his name secure in the Russian history (he was canonized as a saint by the Russian Orthodox Church)?
4. What was the significance of the battle of the lake Chud for the Russian people?
5. What areas of the Russian life were most affected by the destructive influence of the Mongols?