Russia 1
How many stripes are on the flag of Russia?
Three
What continent is Russia in?
Eurasia
What do ballet dancers wear?
Tutus
Where does the President of Russia live?
The Kremlin
What is a Russian nesting doll called?
Matryoshka doll or babushka doll
What colors are on the flag of Russia?
White, blue, and red
What is the capital of Russia?
Moscow
What is the popular dance in Russia called?
Ballet
Where is the Bolshoi Ballet based?
The Bolshoi Theatre
How many dolls are in a set of babushka dolls?
Five to twelve
What was the flag of Russia first used for?
War ships
Name three countries that surround Russia.
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What is a famous sport in Russia?
Figure skating
What is the name of the cathedral in Moscow?
Saint Basil's Cathedral
What are babushka dolls traditionally made of?
Wood
Russia is the ___________ largest country in the world.
First
What ocean is above Russia?
Arctic Ocean
Who was a famous music composer from Russia?
Peter Tchaikovsky
What kind of cathedral is Saint Basil's Cathedral?
Russian Orthodox
Describe an ushanka.
It is a traditional Russia hat. It is made from different furs and sheepskin. It has ear flaps, which can be folded up and tied at the top of the hat or tied at the chin.
What is the name of the oldest and deepest lake in the world?
Lake Baikal
Name three ballets that Tchaikovsky wrote.
Sleeping Beauty, Swan Lake, and The Nutcracker
What happens in Russia from June 11 to July 2?
The sun doesn't set, and people celebrate with the White Nights Festival.