Quiz: Ch 12 Climate, Culture, and the Trans-Siberian Railroad

How does climate impact culture in Russia and the Eurasian republics?

• It determines the type of government.

• It influences food, clothing, and shelter.

• It has no effect on culture.

• It only affects religion.

What is culture?

• The study of ancient civilizations

• A group’s unique way of life

• A country’s economy and trade

• The development of transportation

Which of the following is not a major cultural trait influenced by climate?

• Food

• Clothing

• Language

• Shelter

What type of climate do native peoples of Siberia endure?

• Hot and dry

• Mild and rainy

• Long, cold winters with short, hot summers

• Warm all year round

How do the Nenets in Siberia traditionally survive?

• By mining coal

• By herding reindeer

• By growing wheat

• By fishing in the Pacific Ocean

What is the main purpose of reindeer for Siberian cultures?

• They are used for farming.

• They provide fur, meat, and fat.

• They are used for entertainment.

• They serve as house pets.

What type of lifestyle do herders in Central Asia traditionally lead?

• Urban life in large cities

• Nomadic life, moving with the seasons

What animals do herders in Kazakhstan raise?

• Only sheep

• Only horses

• Sheep, camels, cattle, and horses

• None—they focus on farming

What material is commonly used to make tents and clothing in Central Asia?

• Cotton

• Silk

• Wool felt

• Leather

Why is farming successful in the steppes of Russia and Central Asia?

• The climate is too cold for farming.

• The soil is rich, and the climate has warm summers and cold winters.

• There is constant rainfall year-round.

• Farmers use only modern technology.