Post-Soviet States Quiz: Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Baltic
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Which of the following best describes the economic circumstances of Azerbaijan since separating from the Soviet Union?

  • Rapid economic growth fueled by substantial capital investment.
  • Significant economic advancement due to decreased dependency on oil exports.
  • Slowly improving economy but hampered by inflation. (correct)
  • Stagnant economy with minimal changes in living standards.

    • What is a key cultural tradition of Georgia, involving communal dining and socializing?

  • The traditional *supra*, or dinner party. (correct)
  • The annual wine festival held in the capital city.
  • The national celebration involving folk dances.
  • The ancient tradition of morning prayers in the mountains.

    • What is the primary point of contention in the conflict surrounding Nagorno-Karabakh?

  • Geopolitical maneuvering by European powers who vie for influence in the region.
  • Territorial dispute stemming from Armenia controlling a region within Azerbaijan. (correct)
  • Disagreements over water rights along the Caspian Sea.
  • Religious conflicts between the predominantly Christian and Islamic populations in the region.

    • How were the governments of Georgia and Azerbaijan established after the breakup of the Soviet Union?

    <p>Georgia became a representative democracy and Azerbaijan established a government with separation of powers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the information given, what can be determined about the population growth of Azerbaijan?

    <p>It is experiencing a very slow rate of population growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary cause of the increase in thyroid cancer cases in the Chernobyl area?

    <p>Radioactive fallout released during the nuclear accident.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following characteristics made Estonia stand out economically compared to other countries, according to the text?

    <p>A completely debt-free market economy and a balanced budget.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What best describes the main ethno-religious makeup of Latvia?

    <p>Majority Christian, with a large Latvian population and a significant Russian minority.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which event led to Estonia regaining independence in 1991?

    <p>The collapse of the Soviet Union.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a shared characteristic of both Estonia and Latvia?

    <p>They are both members of the European Union since 2004.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these best describes the relationship between Lithuania and Latvia?

    <p>They both experienced a similar loss of independence to Russia after WWI and border the Baltic Sea.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a distinguishing characteristic of the Lithuanian population?

    <p>They have a very high suicide rate relative to other countries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What makes the Transcaucasia region significant in terms of human migration?

    <p>It was a main migration pathway connecting Europe and Asia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true about the Armenian Genocide?

    <p>It is remembered annually on April 24th.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major historical religious event is associated with Armenia?

    <p>It was the first country to adopt Christianity as its state religion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for the dispute over whether the Caspian Sea should be classified as a sea or a lake?

    <p>Varying claims to the area's oil and natural gas resources.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country is most likely to claim that the Caspian Sea is a sea?

    <p>Azerbaijan, due to substantial offshore oil reserves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which conflict saw the highest number of casualties, according to the provided content?

    <p>The Second Chechen War.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event served as a stepping stone to a cease-fire in the First Chechen War?

    <p>The hospital crisis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these conflicts involved ethnic cleansing, according to the provided information?

    <p>Abkhazia conflict during 1992-1993.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate male-to-female ratio in Russia, stemming from the effects of World War II?

    <p>0.859 males per female</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following events was held in Moscow?

    <p>1980 Summer Olympics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the religious landscape of Russia?

    <p>A mix, with most of the population being non-religious or having no religious affiliation, but with other notable minorities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these ballet pieces is NOT commonly associated as an example of Russian classical ballet?

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

    What is the approximate number of Rubles equivalent to 1 U.S. Dollar?

    <p>1 USD = 23.8 Rubles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country has the highest percentage of its population identifying as Orthodox Christian?

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

    Which of the following countries is NOT a former Soviet state?

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

    Which country's political landscape is most associated with Soviet-era policies?

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

    Which country is described as the largest of the former Soviet states, aside from Russia?

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

    Which of these countries was the most severely affected by World War II?

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

    Which of these natural resources is Russia known to possess in the largest quantity worldwide?

    <p>Freshwater reserves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant change did Peter the Great implement in 1703 that impacted Russia?

    <p>Established St. Petersburg as the new capital.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of economic system did the Soviet Union implement after the Russian Revolution?

    <p>A command economy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Russian leader is credited with officially establishing the Russian Empire?

    <p>Peter the Great</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major consequence did the Russian Revolution have on the country's political structure and leadership?

    <p>It led to Russia becoming a communist state.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of Stalin's policies in the U.S.S.R.?

    <p>Achieving rapid industrialization through harsh means</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which period is recognized as a time of high tension between the Soviet Union and the United States?

    <p>The Cold War</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these individuals is credited with introducing openness and restructuring policies in the Soviet Union?

    <p>Mikhail Gorbachev</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major event occurred in 1991 following the collapse of the Soviet Union?

    <p>The division of the territory into 15 independent new republics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are two of Russia's leading global exports under Vladimir Putin?

    <p>Natural gas and oil</p> Signup and view all the answers

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