Russia Unit Review/ Answers to Study Guide

What is the area in Eastern Russia where people earn a living by hunting and herding reindeer?

• Siberia Area

• Ural Mountains

• Lake Baikal

• Volga River Area

Which resources are Russia not known for?

• Copper, Petroleum

• Gold, Timber

• Lead, Bauxite

• Sugarcane, Pineapples

Where is the deepest fresh-water lake in the world located?

• Siberia Area

• Ural Mountains

• Lake Baikal

• Volga River Area

Which area in Russia is known for having a lot of trading ports?

• Siberia Area

• St. Petersburg

• Lake Baikal

• Volga River Area

Why do most people live west of the Ural Mountains?

• Better climate and farmland

• more space to herd reindeer

• more rural living

• More job opportunities

How has the small area with the best climate affected housing in Russia?

• Spacious houses with gardens

• High-rise apartments

• Traditional wooden cottages

• Luxurious villas

How has the climate in Russia affected popular activities in everyday life?

• Outdoor sports and hobbies

• Indoor sports and hobbies

• Beach activities and water sports

• Mountain climbing and hiking

What was life like for the people under the Communist governments?

• Freedom of choice and economic opportunities

• Limited choices related to society and economy

• Democratic governance and individual rights

• Privatization of businesses and voting rights

What is true about Russia's economy recently?

• Stalling due to economic sanctions and dropping oil prices

• Thriving with increased foreign investments

• Experiencing rapid growth and development

• Becoming self-sufficient and reducing imports

Area important because it contains a lot of copper, gold, lead, nickel, and bauxite

• Volga River

• Siberia

• Ural Mountains

• Lake Baikal