Flashcards fall semester final

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A cultural pattern of contemporary Russia distinguishing it from its communist roots

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Russians have a new social class of wealthy business people.

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Country extending more than 6,000 miles from east to west, divided by mountains into two continents

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Russia

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Natural resources in Russia include oil, natural gas, and coal.

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Obstacles in climate, distance, and terrain hinder full development of these resources.

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Free Enterprise

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No government interference

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Socialism

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Some government interference

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Communism

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Complete government control

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Benefit of the harsh climate of the Russian landscape throughout history

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It served as protection from foreign invaders.

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Type of employment reflected by the export of the Russian Federation

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Many are involved in producing raw materials and natural resources.

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Russia has been ruled by Czar Nicholas II, Joseph Stalin, and Vladimir Putin.

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Key figures in Russian history.

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Effect of permafrost

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Prevents large root development