Part 2 Russia Flashcards
Which part of the country lies within the arctic circle?
The northern part
How many time zones cover Russia?
11
Where is Russia located?
In the northern hemisphere
Why do the Russian government feel like the space exploration benefits the country?
Because it helps their understanding of space.
Why does USA and Russia want to beat each other in this race?
So they could look strong and powerful.
What happened to cause the explosion in Pripyat?
The nuclear power station went out of control and the reactor exploded causing deadly radiations to go into the atmosphere.
What country did the Chernobyl disaster happen in?
Ukraine
Why is the north sea trading route now accessible?
Because the ice has melted
What is the north sea trading route?
It is a route which is quicker for cargo ships.
How are Ukraine involved with the conflict in Crimea?
Because the Ukrainian army was fighting with Russians in the east of Crimea.
What does annexed mean?
An act where a state proclaims its sovereignty over territory.
What type of government does Russia have now?
Democratic
