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What is the primary climate type found in Russia's northern regions?
What is the primary climate type found in Russia's northern regions?
Approximately 80% of Russia's population is comprised of ethnic Russians.
Approximately 80% of Russia's population is comprised of ethnic Russians.
True
What is the official language of Russia?
What is the official language of Russia?
Russian
Russia is rich in __________ resources, particularly oil and gas.
Russia is rich in __________ resources, particularly oil and gas.
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Match the following regions of Russia with their corresponding climate types:
Match the following regions of Russia with their corresponding climate types:
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Which statement best describes the political structure of Russia?
Which statement best describes the political structure of Russia?
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Moscow and St. Petersburg are the least populous cities in Russia.
Moscow and St. Petersburg are the least populous cities in Russia.
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Name one of the two major rivers in Russia.
Name one of the two major rivers in Russia.
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Study Notes
Russia: Geography, Demographics and Economy
- Largest Country by Area: Russia spans over 17 million square kilometers.
- Diverse Climate: Ranges from Arctic/subarctic (very cold) in the north to temperate (mild) near the Black Sea and Pacific coasts. Siberia experiences extreme cold. Central regions have continental climates.
- Population (2023): Approximately 146 million, ninth most populous globally.
- Ethnic Makeup: Predominantly Russian (80%), with significant minorities like Tatars, Ukrainians, and Bashkirs.
- Official Language: Russian; many regional languages also spoken.
- Urbanization: Large portion of population lives in cities like Moscow and St. Petersburg.
- Natural Resources: Rich in oil, gas, and minerals, major drivers of the national economy.
- Industries: Heavy industries (steel, aerospace), military technology also important.
- Government: Federal semi-presidential republic with a strong central government. Vladimir Putin has been a prominent figure.
- Federal Structure: Divided into 85 federal subjects (like oblasts, republics, autonomous areas).
- Geography: Vast landscapes including taiga forests, Ural and Caucasus mountain ranges, vast plains, and major rivers like the Volga and Ob. Spans multiple time zones.
- Cultural Heritage: Contributions to literature (Tolstoy, Dostoevsky), music (Tchaikovsky), art, and dance (ballet) are significant.
- Major Religion: Orthodox Christianity; other faiths include Islam, Buddhism, and Judaism.
- Demographic Challenges: Facing declining population due to low birth rates and high mortality rates; life expectancy is lower than in many Western countries.
- Climate Change Concerns: Warming climate affects permafrost regions, causing significant ecological problems.
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Explore the vastness of Russia, the largest country in the world, covering diverse climates and rich natural resources. This quiz delves into the population demographics, ethnic diversity, and key industries that shape the Russian economy. Test your knowledge on this complex nation spanning from the Arctic to temperate regions.
