Have you read about the Time of Troubles in Russia or about Boris Godunov? Perhaps you have seen the famous opera “Boris Godunov” by Mussorgsky or have read Pushkin’s «Маленькие трагедии»? Think about what you know about this period of Russian history. Specifically consider the following questions:
What were the circumstances that led to the collapse of the dynastic line in Russia immediately prior to the Time of Troubles?
How did Boris Godunov come to power in Russia?
What were the most significant challenges he faced as Russia’s ruler?
What role, if any, was played by other European nations in the chaos of Russia’s Time of Troubles?
