What is an important architectural feature found on many cathedrals in Russia?
Onion Domes
A majority of Russia's economic activity is related to what industry?
service
What helps transport goods and people across a country as large as Russia?
Trans-Siberian Railroad
Ultimately, the Soviet Union fell in 1991 and all republics became ________ countries.
independent
Why do so few people live in Siberia?
It is too cold or it is difficult to grow crops and establish trade routes.
What is the large, extremely cold area of eastern Russia called?
Siberia
What happened as a result of the Communist Soviet Union collapsing and the Cold War ending?
Old Soviet countries became free republics
What are these?
Nesting Dolls
After World War II, tensions between Russia and the United States intensified. During this time period, known as the Cold War, weapons of mass destruction were of imminent threat and the spread of __________ gripped the Eastern Hemisphere.
Communism
Communism gained popularity in Russia, because they were tired of ..........
being ruled by czars
Russia has limits placed on its ability to trade since it lacks access to
warm water ports
Which form of Christianity is most common in Russia?
Russian Orthodox
Most Russians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus by taking off work on what holiday?
Easter
What art form is popular in Russia and respected around the world?
Ballet
The Space Race led to competition between Russia and ..........
the United States
What physical feature separates Siberia from western Russia?
Ural Mountains
What 2 religious holidays are most commonly celebrated by Russians?
Christmas and Easter
What does Russia require of internet providers?
To track and block access to information the government does not like.
Russia and the U.S. government function similarly because both have 3......
Branches of government
Give an example of why Russia is not really a limited government
Control of information, Restrictions placed on the people
What two industries does the Russian government own?
Oil and Gas
Name one of the works composed by Tchaikovsky.
Sleeping Beauty, Swan Lake, or The Nutcracker