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Absolute Monarchy in Europe

Question 10 • FL-2109310-World History Sem 1 - Flex

What measure did Peter the Great take to westernize his court?

Answer
A
He converted to Protestantism.
B
He banned women from social gatherings.
C
He asked court members to wear traditional clothes.
D
He banned beards, which were a popular style at the time.

Explanation

Peter the Great promoted Western European fashions and customs at court. He required many men to shave their beards or pay a beard tax, challenging a style that was popular in Russia. So the correct choice is D, he banned beards.

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