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What does 'Створення Речі Посполитої' translate to in English?
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It translates to 'Creation of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth.'
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In what year was the Union of Lublin signed, marking the creation of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth?
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The Union of Lublin was signed in 1569.
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Which two major political entities united to form the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth?
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The Kingdom of Poland and the Grand Duchy of Lithuania.
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What term describes the unique political system of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth that gave significant power to the nobility?
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This system is known as a 'nobility democracy' or 'szlachta democracy.'
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How did the Union of Lublin affect the Lithuanian nobility’s power and influence?
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The Union diminished the separate political powers of the Lithuanian nobility as they lost the Lithuanian parliament (Sejm) and were integrated into the Polish-Lithuanian Sejm.
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What was the main language of administration in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth after its formation?
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Latin was initially the main language, but Polish quickly became dominant.
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What impact did the formation of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth have on its position in Europe?
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The union created one of the largest and most populous countries in Europe, significantly increasing its power and influence.
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What was a key cultural achievement during the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth?
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The Renaissance culture flourished, marked by an increase in literature, art, and education.
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What was the role of the Sejm in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth?
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The Sejm was the legislative assembly that had significant power over state matters, including passing laws and controlling taxation.
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What internal challenges did the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth face soon after its creation?
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The Commonwealth faced internal strife due to conflicts among the nobility and pressures from diverse ethnic and religious groups.
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What significant conflict did the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth engage in during the early years of its formation?
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The Livonian War against Russia from 1558 to 1583 was significant during the early years.
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What was the principle of 'Liberum Veto,' and how did it affect the Commonwealth?
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The 'Liberum Veto' allowed any member of the Sejm to dissolve the session and nullify all decisions taken, leading to legislative paralysis.
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What was the significance of the Union at Lublin regarding territorial changes?
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The union resulted in the significant territorial gain for Poland over parts of Lithuania, uniting more lands than ever before.
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How did religion play a role in the ruling of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth?
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The Commonwealth is known for its religious tolerance, especially towards Catholics, Orthodox Christians, Protestants, and Jews.
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Why did the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth begin to decline in the 17th century?
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The decline was due to internal political fragmentation, ineffective governance, and external pressures from neighboring countries.
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