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100
Of Ukraine, Poland, Croatia, and Georgia, this country was not part of the USSR.
What is Croatia?
100
Often filled with ingredients like meat, cheese, or potatoes, this popular Slavic dumpling can be found on tables from Poland to Russia.
What are pierogi in Poland or pelmeni in Russia?
100
Known as the 'Diva' of Russian pop music, she has been a dominant figure in the Russian music scene for decades, with hits like 'Million Scarlet Roses'.
Alla Pugacheva
100
In some cultures, when a black cat crosses the street in front of you, it's advised to do this action to avoid bad luck.
What is 'turn around'?
100
To greet someone formally in Russian, you would say this word.
What is 'Здравствуйте' (Zdravstvuyte)?
200
Of Albania, Bulgaria, Slovakia, and Czech Republic, this country is not considered Slavic.
What is Albania?
200
Thin and often filled with sweet or savory fillings, these are the Russian equivalent of crepes.
What are blini or blinchiki?
200
This popular song, which translates as 'having fun' or 'enjoying oneself', speaks of relishing life to the fullest
What is 'Kayfuem'?
200
This tool and hammer design was a symbol representing industrial and agricultural workers and appeared on the Soviet flag.
What is the sickle and hammer?
200
In Ukrainian, the word for 'dog' is this.
What is 'Собака' (Sobaka)?
300
This city served as the capital of Russia from 1713 to 1918.
What is Saint Petersburg?
300
This key ingredient, often derived from pork or beef, gives 'Holodetz' its gelatinous consistency when cooled.
What is meat broth, or bulyon?
300
This hip-hop artist from Russia, often collaborating with Andy Panda, is known for hits like 'In Love' and 'I got Love'.
Who is Miyagi?
300
An organization for children aged 10 to 15, it aimed to provide communist teachings to young Soviets, and members wore distinctive red neckties.
What is the Young Pioneers?
300
To ask for the bathroom in Polish, you would use this word.
What is 'Łazienka'?
400
On this date, Ukraine declared its independence from the Soviet Union.
What is August 24, 1991?
400
This fermented beverage made from rye bread has a tangy flavor and is traditionally consumed in Russia.
What is kvass?
400
This artist, whose name references his Belarusian roots, rose to prominence with hits like 'Wet Crosses' and has become a notable figure in the Russian hip-hop and pop scene.
Who is Tima Belorusskikh?
400
This iconic Soviet car model, produced from 1956 to 1971, was nicknamed the 'Zhiguli' and remains a symbol of Soviet motoring.
What is the Lada?
400
What is the name of the Russian alphabet, consisting of 33 letters?
What is the Cyrillic alphabet?
500
The last Emperor of Russia, he and his family were executed during the Russian Civil War in 1918.
Who is Nicholas II?
500
Though a staple in Russian feasts and New Year celebrations, this salad named after a Moscow merchant was, in fact, created by a French chef.
What is Olivier salad?
500
This Russian singer and songwriter, whose name translates to 'good' in English, gained popularity in the 2020s and is known for blending hip-hop with melodious pop.
Who is Dobro?
500
In Soviet weddings, it was a tradition for the bride and groom to do this action at the end of the ceremony to signify their new life together.
What is 'Jumping Over a Broomstick'?
500
Ukrainian has been influenced by various languages, including Polish and Russian, but it also shares a common linguistic heritage with this other East Slavic language.
What is Belarusian?
