3. Foundation of the Hungarian Kingdom

Question 1

Hungarian Conquest

Answer 1

Nomadic tribal alliance of seven Hungarian tribes settled in the Carpathian Basin.

Question 2

Grand Duke Géza

Answer 2

Géza unified the Hungarian tribes, established Székesfehérvár, and encouraged peace and Christianity.

Question 3

Stephen’s Road to the Throne

Answer 3

Stephen faced succession struggles, defeated Koppány, obtained a crown from the pope, and established a feudal kingdom.

Question 4

Establishment of the Administrative System

Answer 4

Stephen confiscated land, established counties, and created a royal council to govern the kingdom.

Question 5

Establishment of the Church System

Answer 5

Stephen introduced the Benedictine order, built churches, and implemented a tithe system to support the Church.

Question 6

Law Codes

Answer 6

Two law codes were established to protect property, regulate inheritance, and govern church matters.

Question 7

Problem of Succession

Answer 7

Stephen faced a struggle between seniority and primogeniture for succession.