Russia's Climate
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What image comes to mind when thinking of Russia?

  • A dense forest
  • Cold weather (correct)
  • A sunny beach
  • A mountain range

    • What is the region in Russia that is suitable for growing crops?

  • The eastern region near Siberia
  • The northern region near the Arctic Circle
  • A band of land from Ukraine to Central Asia (correct)
  • The southern region near the Caspian Sea

    • What was a profitable way for early Russians to sell their excess produce?

  • Sending it to other European countries
  • Distilling it into vodka (correct)
  • Using it to make bread
  • Selling it at local markets

    • What is the origin of the word 'vodka'?

    <p>From the Russian word for water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature of the Russian landscape helped early Russians grow more food?

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

    What was the significance of Kiev, the main city of the Kievan Rus?

    <p>It was the largest city in Western Europe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Approximately when did the Slavs and Kievan Rus start living in the region?

    <p>From 700 AD onwards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary focus of the early Rus settlements?

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

    What method of agriculture did the Rus practice?

    <p>Slash and burn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant problem faced by early farmers, including the Rus?

    <p>Nutrient loss in the soil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the rivers in the Slavic region?

    <p>They facilitated trade between the Vikings and the Byzantines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the result of the trade routes that connected the Vikings, Byzantines, and Central Europe?

    <p>The Rus grew wealthy and were exposed to new cultural ideas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event led to the decline of the Kievan Rus?

    <p>The threat of the Cumans to the trade routes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the Cumans on the Kievan Rus?

    <p>They severed the easy trade routes south with the Byzantine Empire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a cultural idea that the Rus were exposed to through trade?

    <p>Orthodox Christianity</p> Signup and view all the answers

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