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What is the primary reason Tula was historically significant?

  • It was known for its imprinted gingerbread production
  • It was a major center for the manufacture of armaments (correct)
  • It was home to the Klokovo air base
  • It was the birthplace of Leo Tolstoy
  • Where is Yasnaya Polyana, the former home of Leo Tolstoy, located in relation to Tula?

  • 7.5 miles northeast
  • 12 kilometers southwest (correct)
  • 15 miles northwest
  • 20 kilometers southeast
  • What is Tula known for producing since the 17th century?

  • Samovars
  • Matryoshka dolls
  • Imprinted gingerbread (pryanik) (correct)
  • Vodka
  • Where is Tula located geographically in Russia?

    <p>Northern Central Russian Upland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the likely origin of the name 'Tula'?

    <p>Pre-Russian, probably of Baltic origin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary river on the banks of which Tula is located?

    <p>Oka</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is Yasnaya Polyana, the former home of Leo Tolstoy, located in relation to Tula?

    <p>12 kilometers southwest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which family built the first armament factory in Russia in Tula?

    <p>Demidov</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which historical event involved Tula being seized by Ivan Bolotnikov and withstanding a four-month siege by the Tsar's army?

    <p>Time of Troubles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Tula known for producing since the 17th century?

    <p>Imprinted gingerbread (pryanik)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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