Quiz Russia

What most impacts the climate of Siberia?

• the protection of the Ural Mountains, blocking out the harsh conditions

• there are few barriers from the desert, providing a warmer climate

• there are few barriers protecting it from the freezing Arctic conditions

• it is surrounded by mountains, making the climate more consistent

Where are you likely to find the most densely populated region of Russia?

• north

• south

• east

• west

How has Siberia most benefitted Russia overall?

• provided a "buffer" from invading forces of China

• provided natural resources used for industry and trade

• provided a place for prison camps

• provided ice to drought stricken areas

Which physical landform forms a boundary between Europe and Asia?

• Ural Mountains
• Russian Upland
• Caucasus Mountains
• Siberian Plain

Russian territory nearest the Arctic Ocean experience low amounts of precipitation and low temperatures throughout the year creating a biome characterized by

• tundra

• desert

• grasslands

• taiga forests

Why are the Ural Mts. so significant to the Eurasian landscape?

• It has the highest mountain range in Russia.

• The Ural Mts. form a natural boundary between Europe and Asia and is rich in iron ore.

• The Ural Mts. create a barrier between Siberia and Alaska blocking freezing northern winds.

• They contain coal, gas, and crude oil in the mountains which are vital to this area.

Why is Lake Baikal unique?

• It is the world’s deepest lake and holds 20% of the world’s fresh water.

• It is the world’s widest lake and holds 30% of the world’s fresh water.

• It is the world’s smallest lake and holds 30% of the world’s salt water.

• It is the world’s deepest lake and holds 20% of the world’s salt water.

What border do the Caucasus mountains form?

• Europa and Asia

• Baltic Republics and Europe

• Russia and Transcaucasia

• Russian and Central Asia

All of the following are effects of the Chernobyl accident except:

• declining health

• pollution

• forced migration

• increase in population

The population pyramid below represents Russia's population trend. What is it?

• Rapid Growth

• Negative Growth

• Slow Growth

• Stable