RI.6.3 Analyze in detail how a key individual, event, or idea is introduced, illustrated, and elaborated in a text (e.g., through examples and anecdotes) RI.6.4 Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings.
The Kingdom of Poland was founded in 1025, and in 1569 it cemented a longstanding political association with the Grand Duchy of Lithuania by signing the Union of Lublin. This union formed the PolishâLithuanian Commonwealth, one of the largest and most populous countries of 16th and 17th century Europe.
September 29, 1943. Popowo, Poland. Lech WaÅÄsa, (born September 29, 1943, Popowo, near WÅocÅawek, Poland) labour activist who helped form and led (1980â90) communist Polandâs first independent trade union, Solidarity. The charismatic leader of millions of Polish workers, he went on to become the president of Poland (1990â95).