AP World Historyeasymcq1 pt
Peter the Great built St. Petersburg primarily to
A.give Russia a 'window on the West'
B.defend against China
C.move the capital to Siberia
D.escape the Ottoman navy
Explanation
Core Concept
The Baltic capital connected Russia to European trade, culture, and navies.
Correct Answer
Agive Russia a 'window on the West'
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