What are the main reforms of Peter I and what is their significance? Imagine you are a resident of that era and write a brief impression.

Main reforms:

• Military reform: creation of a regular army and a powerful navy.
• State administration: establishment of the Senate instead of the Boyar Duma and the creation of collegiums.
• Administrative reform: division of the country into provinces for better local governance.

Comparative table of reforms:

Resident's impression (first person):

• "The Tsar-father founded a marvelous city on the swamp, paved with stone. He ordered to cut beards – it was scary at first, but now we've gotten used to it, we look European. Everywhere there is movement, strange ships, Russia shows its strength overseas!"

Answer: Peter I's reforms affected all areas of life, turning Russia into an empire.