Vocab Unit 12

Question 1

Ural Mountains

Answer 1

A mountain range in Russia that traditionally marks the boundary between Europe and Asia.

Question 2

Soviet Union

Answer 2

A former communist state from 1912-1991, made up of Russia and multiple surrounding republics, governed by a single-party system.

Question 3

Russian Plain

Answer 3

A vast, flat region covering much of Western Russia, known for its fertile soil and agricultural influence.

Question 4

Chernozem

Answer 4

A rich, black soil found in parts of Russia and Ukraine. It is highly fertile and ideal for farming.

Question 5

Taiga

Answer 5

A vast forested region of coniferous trees, covering much of Russia and Canada. It is characterized by cold climates.

Question 6

Tundra

Answer 6

A treeless, cold region found in the Artic where only small shrubs, mosses, and grasses can grow due to permafrost.

Question 7

Steppe

Answer 7

A large, flat, grassy plain common in Russia and Central Asia, known for its dry climate and suitability for grazing livestock

Question 8

Serfdom

Answer 8

A feudal system where peasants called Serfs were bound to land owned by nobles and had limited freedom.

Question 9

Communism

Answer 9

A political and economic system where all property is collectively owned and the government controls production and distribution.

Question 10

Gulag

Answer 10

A system of harsh labor camps in the Soviet Union, where political prisoners and criminals were sent under Stalin’s rule.

Question 11

Chronic

Answer 11

Describing a condition or problem that persists over a long period, such as chronic poverty or illness.

Question 12

Glasnost

Answer 12

A policy introduced by Soviet Lader Mikhail Gorbachev promoting openness, freedom of speech, and gov. transparency.

Question 13

Perestroika

Answer 13

A reform policy in the Soviet Union, initiated by Gorbachev, aimed at restructuring the economy and gov. to be more efficient.