Spring Flowers
Herbs and Vegetables
Spring Animals
Women and Love in Russian Literature
Russian women in General
100

This flower, known for its trumpet-shaped blooms, is a symbol of spring in many parts of the world.

Daffodil

100

This aromatic herb, often used in Russian spring salads, has a strong flavor and is traditionally used for garnishing dishes.

Dill

100

This bird, known for its early spring migration to Russia, is a symbol of good luck and heralds the arrival of warmer weather.

swallow 

ласточка

100

In War and Peace, this character marries Prince Andrei after a long period of personal growth and emotional transformation.

В "Войне и мире" этот персонаж выходит замуж за князя Андрея после долгого периода личностного роста и эмоциональной трансформации.

Maria Bolkonsky 

Мария Болконская


100

This Russian empress is famous for her expansion of the Russian Empire and her efforts to modernize Russia through reforms in education, law, and the arts.

Catherine the Great

200

This type of flower is known for its iconic pink or white petals, often found in cherry blossom festivals.

Cherry blossom

200

A spring vegetable in Russia, this root vegetable is often used in salads and borscht.

Beets

200

These migratory birds, which often return to Russia in the spring, are known for their distinct "trumpet" calls.

cranes

журавли  

200

In Crime and Punishment, this character, a humble woman who works as a prostitute, falls in love with the troubled Raskolnikov, despite his cruelty.

В "Преступлении и наказании" этот персонаж, скромная женщина, работающая проституткой, влюбляется в измученного Раскольникова, несмотря на его жестокость.

Sonia Marmeladova

Соня Мармеладова

200

This famous Russian ballerina is regarded as one of the greatest dancers of all time, and was a principal dancer at the Bolshoi Theatre for many years.

Maya Plisetskaya

300

This fragrant flower, commonly seen in spring, is associated with romance and symbolizes new beginnings.

Rose

300

A spring vegetable that grows underground, often served pickled or in soups, and has a slightly sweet taste.

Radish

300

This small mammal, which comes out of hibernation in early spring, is known for building intricate burrows in the Russian steppe.

marmot 

сурок

300

In The Cherry Orchard, this character is torn between her affection for the land and her love for a man who wants to buy it.

В "Вишнёвом саде" этот персонаж разрывается между привязанностью к земле и любовью к мужчине, который хочет её купить.

Anya

300

This Russian tennis player won 5 Grand Slam singles titles and became one of the world’s most popular athletes in the early 2000s.

Maria Sharapova 

400

This flower blooms in April and is the symbol of Easter in many cultures, often tied to the resurrection.

Lily

400

In Russia, this root vegetable is used to prepare a tangy, fermented dish often eaten as a cold appetizer.

horseradish 

хрен

400

This bird migrates to Russia in the spring and is known for its distinctive white-and-black plumage and long, pointed wings.


Stork

аист

400

In The Lady with the Dog, this character falls in love with a married man while vacationing, but must face the consequences of her infidelity.

В "Даме с собачкой" этот персонаж влюбляется в женатого мужчину во время отпуска, но ей предстоит столкнуться с последствиями своей измены.

Anna Sergeyevna

400

This Russian television personality and talk-show host became widely recognized for her outspoken opinions on politics and social issues in Russia.

Ksenia Sobchak

500

Known for its vibrant red petals, this spring flower is often used to symbolize remembrance

Poppy

500

This perennial spring herb, often used in Russian cooking, adds a citrus-like flavor and is commonly used in marinades and sauces.

tarragon 

тархун

500

This bird is a harbinger of spring in Russia, often seen perched in trees and singing loudly as it returns from migration.

Robin

дрозд

500

In Dead Souls, this character’s love story revolves around her attempts to arrange a marriage that will secure her social position.

В "Мёртвых душах" история любви этого персонажа revolves around её попытки устроить брак, который обеспечит её социальное положение.

Manilova 

помещица Манилова

500

This popular Russian pop star, known for her youthful voice and energetic performances, represented Russia at Eurovision 2015 with the song "A Million Voices."

Polina Gagarina