Russia and Japan Quick Check

Question

Which of the following best summarizes Russia's expansion as an empire under Ivan IV in the sixteenth century? (1 point)
• Ivan IV was the first to attempt to expand the Russian territory in every direction.
• Ivan IV acquired Siberia even though the Cossacks refused to help him.
• Ivan IV successfully acquired access to the Baltic Sea through military conquest.
• Ivan IV used gunpowder weapons in new ways to take over areas he wanted.

Answer 1

• Ivan IV successfully acquired access to the Baltic Sea through military conquest.