Geography, Climate, Resources
a treeless plain around the Arctic Ocean
Tundra
title for the rulers of Russia from the mid-1500s to the early 1900s
Czar
What is the Cyrillic alphabet?
the official writing system of Russia
What are the branches of the Russian government?
Legislative
Executive
Judicial
ground that is frozen throughout the year
Permafrost
a term used to refer to a single continent made up of Europe and Asia
Eurasia
a czar who ruled Russia from 1682 to 1725 and tried to make Russia more European
Peter the Great
What is the most common religion in Russia?
Orthodox Christianity
Who is the President of Russia?
Vladamir Putin
what is a serf?
a peasant who is bound to the land
In what two Continents does Russia lie?
Europe and Asia
a new nation with a communist government created by the Bolsheviks
USSR - Union of Soviet Socialist Republics -or- Soviet Union
Describe Russian Food
Russians have a hearty diet that uses a lot of root vegetables, such as beets, carrots, onions, and potatoes. This is because they grow well in the cool Russian climate and are warm, filling foods for the cold Russian winters. Traditional Russian dishes include blinis and borscht. Tea is a traditional beverage.
What are Checks and Balances?
a government and economic system in which nearly all political power and means of production are held by the government in the name of the people
Communism
Describe Russia's Climate
Although Russia has many extreme climates, it is mainly a cold-weather country. Some areas can have temperatures as low as -96oF. However, during the summer some areas can have temperatures as high as 100oF.
What caused the Cold War?
There was tension between the US and the Soviet Union after WWII. The distrust between the two countries led them to produce more and more powerful nuclear weapons. However, open warfare never broke out.
Describe Russian Sports
Winter sports, such as hockey, ice skating, and skiing, are very popular in Russia. However, the most popular sport is soccer. Russian athletes also compete seriously in the Olympics.
What are difference between the Russian government and that of the U.S.?
Unlike the US, Russia is an Asymmetrical Federation, meaning that some parts have more internal powers than others. Also, Russia's government does not have Checks and Balances like the US to keep the different branches of government from getting too much power. Instead, the President holds majority of the Power.
information that deliberately tries to influence opinion
Propaganda
Name three of Russia's natural resources.
1. Natural Gas 2. Oil 3. Coal - These are hard to use because of the harsh climate in the area.
4. Timber 5. Copper 6. Diamonds
7. Gold 8. Iron - Russia takes advantage of these because they are easier to collect and use.
What were the major accomplishments of Catherine the Great?
Catherine the Great secured access to the Black Sea, giving Russia a warm-water port which could be used all year for trade. She also expanded Russia's territory through war and political deals. She admired European culture and supported the arts such as ballet and and Italian opera.
Describe the Soviet Arts
The establishment of the Soviet government in the early 1920s led to the censorship of literature in Russia. The Soviet era, though, produced strong works of art in other media. The Soviets used the arts for propaganda to try to influence the opinions of the Russian people.
What are some similarities between the Russian government and that of the U.S.?
when some parts (usually the Republics) have more internal powers than others
Asymmetrical Federation