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What is the primary reason Tula was historically significant?
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?
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?
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?
Where is Tula located geographically in Russia?
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What is the likely origin of the name 'Tula'?
What is the likely origin of the name 'Tula'?
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What is the primary river on the banks of which Tula is located?
What is the primary river on the banks of which Tula is located?
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Where is Yasnaya Polyana, the former home of Leo Tolstoy, located in relation to Tula?
Where is Yasnaya Polyana, the former home of Leo Tolstoy, located in relation to Tula?
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Which family built the first armament factory in Russia in Tula?
Which family built the first armament factory in Russia in Tula?
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Which historical event involved Tula being seized by Ivan Bolotnikov and withstanding a four-month siege by the Tsar's army?
Which historical event involved Tula being seized by Ivan Bolotnikov and withstanding a four-month siege by the Tsar's army?
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What is Tula known for producing since the 17th century?
What is Tula known for producing since the 17th century?
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