| A | B |
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| habitation fog | a fog caused by fumes and smoke from cities |
| taiga | the huge forest region, located in the Northern Hemisphere just south of the tundra, of tall, evergreen needle-leaf trees |
| serf | a peasant bound to the land |
| light industry | industry that focuses on producing light-weight goods, such as clothing |
| heavy industry | industry that focuses on manufacturing based on metals such as steel |
| smelter | a factory that processes mineral ores |
| Where are Russia's plains located? | west and east of the Urals and between the Yenisei and Lena rivers |
| Where are Russia's mountains located? | on the border between Europe and Asia, along the Mongolian border to the Pacific coast, on the Kamchatka Peninsula |
| What are some major rivers in Russia? | Ob, Yenisei, Lena, Volga, Angara |
| What is the dominant characteristic of Russia's climate? | cold |
| How do climates influence Russia's vegetation? | varies from North to South depending on climate |
| What are Russia's major resources? | forest products, oil, natural gas, coal, metals, diamonds |
| What are agricultural products raised in Russia? | grains, fruits & vegetables, meats, eggs |
| How are Russia's industries changing? | diversifying and are producing more consumer goods |
| How will increased industry change the everyday lives of the Russian people? | they will have a greater selection of consumer goods |
| Which of Russia's regions are industrial? | Moscow, St. Petersburg, Volga, and Urals |
| Which of Russia's regions have mineral resources? | Urals, Far East Regions, and Siberia |
| Which of Russia's regions are well suited for trade? | St. Petersburg and Far East regions |
| Which of Russia's regions will be most affected by the country's economic changes? | Moscow and St. Petersburg because these areas are the most populated |
| What is significant about the republic of Chechnya? | declared its independence from Russia and many people died in the fighting |
| What are the political challenges facing the Russian Federation? | existence of many political groups in parliament slowing reforms and keeping the different regions together |
| How could the Russian Federation benefit from a free-market economy and a democratic government? | people will have a better selection of consumer goods and a greater voice in the government |
| What is a large lake found in Siberia? | Lake Baykal |
| What is significant about Lake Baykal? | it is the world's deepest lake and is home to many endangered plants and animals |
| What is the least populated area in Russia? | Siberia |
| What is the most populated area in Russia? | Moscow and St. Petersburg |
| How have agricultural and industrial activities in Russia changed as a result of the breakup of the Soviet Union? | private ownership of farms, diversification of industries, and production of consumer goods are increasing |
