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Cuisine
Traditions
Romanov Family
Wars
Border Relations
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What is the most common staple of Russian cuisine?
Bread and grain. Used in soups, sandwiches, noodles, pies, porridge, and more.
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How many Christmas' do Russians celebrate?
Two. They celebrate Christmas on December 25 along with the rest of the world, and the Orthodox Christmas on January 7.
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What was the House of Romanov?
The second dynasty of Russia, which lasted for over 300 years.
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Who won the Winter War?
The Winter War was a sort of mini war that took place in the middle of World War II. The Soviet Union managed to invade Finland, but only gained land.
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In what year did Russia annex Crimea?
2014, after the Ukraine Riots.
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How many meals did Russians eat traditionally?
Three meals, with three specific dishes.
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What is the meaning of the Russian Flag?
Some Russians believe that white stands for generosity, blue for loyalty and red for courage. Others believe that white represents Belo Russian people, blue represents Ukrainians and red symbolizes Russians. There is no official explanation for the meaning of the colors.
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How many members of the last Romanov family were there?
Seven. Olga, Maria, Nicholas II, Alexandra, Anastasia, Alexei, and Tatiana.
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Who were the two sides of the Russian Civil War?
The Red Army(communism) and the White Army(led by the Romanov Family). The Red Army won, resulting in the Soviet Union.
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Why did Belarus declare it's independence?
The Soviet Union was dissolving and they didn't want to be involved in it, so they declared independence.
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How strict were the Russians with conduct during their meals?
Very strict. There were many taboos, including no laughing or turning away food.
300
How many churches are there in Moscow alone?
Over 600 Orthodox Christian churches. Over 1000 if you include other religious sites (mosques, for example)
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How did they die?
They were executed during the Russian Civil War so they could not be a symbol of hope to the opposite side.
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Why was the Cold War named the Cold War?
Because it was never actually really a war. It was a time of great political tension between America and the Soviet Union, involving many things like spies, the Moon landing, and the use of nuclear weapons. It lasted so long that it was considered a war, but there was never any true fighting; so it was named the "Cold" War.
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What is Russia's relationship with Finland?
Very tense, even to this day. The two countries have a lot of history together.
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What were Russians especially known for in relation to their cuisine?
Their hospitality. Hosts were always happy to welcome guests.
400
What is the origin of the Russian alphabet?
The Russian alphabet is a cleaned up version of "Cyrillic Script", which was used very long ago. Russia is actually written as "Руссиа" in their language.
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Were they well liked as rulers?
No they weren't. Their issues with ruling eventually caused a Civil war that shifted the whole system of power in Russia.
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How long was the Cold War?
Historians can't completely confirm the dates, but 1947–91 is considered the most accurate. It lasted over 40 years in the end.
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What were the Ukraine Riots?
A series of violent events involving protesters, riot police, and unknown shooters in the capital of Ukraine during 2014. Ended in the ousting of Ukrainian President, Viktor Yanukovych. Russia was preparing for war because of this but it did not happen.
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Did richer people in Russia eat different food than the commoners?
Actually, not until around the 18th century. The food most Russians ate was the same until the age of the Tsars.
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What is The Day of Victory?
The day the Soviets captured Berlin and ended World War II. Cemeteries, parks, and public places are filled every year with people gathering to memorialize it.
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What year were they killed and where?
Yekaterinburg on 17 July 1918.
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How was Russia involved in World War II?
Russia had an agreement not to fight with Germany for most of the war. Germany broke the agreement and Russia defected to the side of America, England, etc. It was later Russia that managed to capture Berlin and end the war.
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Why do Russia and America not get along well?
Very different beliefs, issues over the Cold War, competitive nature, and the beliefs of the current leaders. (Vladimir Putin and Barack Obama)