Resources of Russia

According to the text, what is special about the size of Russia?

• It is the smallest country in the world.

• It is about the same size as most other countries.

• It is the largest country in the world.

• It is only large in its European part.

What kind of land does Russia have?

• Mostly flat desert

• Only mountains

• A variety of different types of land

• Mostly tropical rainforest

Where were the traditional centers of economic activity in Russia mostly located?

• In the far eastern part

• In the more hospitable European part

• Along the Arctic coast

• In Siberia

What resources were important for heavy industry in the traditional economic centers?

• Fish and timber

• Wheat and cattle

• Gold and diamonds

• Coal and natural gas

What happened to the European fuel base in Russia by the 1980s?

• It became the most important source of fuel.

• It was largely used up.

• It started producing much more oil.

• It was replaced by renewable energy.

According to the text, Russia is considered one of the world's richest countries in what?

• Raw materials

• Finished goods

• Technology

• Agricultural products

What percentage of the world's oil and natural gas production does Russia account for?

• 5

• 10

• 20

• 50

The text states that Russia is generally self-sufficient in which area?

• Production of electronics

• Growing tropical fruits

• Manufacturing automobiles

• All major industrial raw materials

Which of the following is mentioned as being found in large reserves in Russia?

• Rubber

• Cotton

• Iron ore

• Bananas

What does the text say about the forests of Siberia?

• They contain an estimated one-fifth of the world's timber, mainly conifers.

• They are mostly made up of palm trees.

• They are very small and have been mostly cut down.

• They are known for their wide variety of flowering trees.