DOL 2-7-25

What changes occurred in Russia's government after the Soviet Union dissolved in 1991?

• Russia adopted a democratic government system.

• Russia became a monarchy.

• Russia remained a communist state.

• Russia joined the European Union.

What are some challenges faced by the people in the CIS region?

• Economic instability and corruption

• High levels of education and healthcare

• Abundance of natural resources

• Strong political stability

The fall of the Soviet Union affected religious freedom in the CIS countries by:

• Increasing religious freedom significantly

• Decreasing religious freedom

• Having no effect on religious freedom

• Causing a complete ban on all religions

Some of the problems caused by ethnic differences in the CIS region include:

• Economic disparities and social tensions

• Improved cultural integration and harmony

• Increased political stability and cooperation

• Enhanced economic growth and development

How is the educational system in Russia and the CIS changing today?

• It is becoming more centralized.

• It is focusing more on technology and innovation.

• It is moving towards privatization.

• It is reducing the number of subjects taught.

One way the Russian government is different from the government of the former Soviet Union is...

• It has a multi-party system.

• It is a communist state.

• It has a centrally planned economy.

• It is part of the Soviet Union.

THINK ABOUT IT: One way the Russian government is like the government of the former Soviet Union is...

• both have a single-party system

• both have a multi-party system

• both are democratic

• both are monarchies