Eastern Europe and Western Russia

Which cause contributed to both World War I and World War II?

• competition for increased economic power
• some nations’ desire to expand territory
• the belief in a superior race
• a mission to spread the Catholic faith

Which statement is true of the European Union?

• The group of European countries shares a government.
• Any country willing to eliminate tariffs may become a member.
• The major goal is to strengthen trade within Europe.
• It controls the economies of member countries.

Which challenge does the European Union NOT face today?

• competition from countries with larger economies
• a lack of members
• an aging population
• members with weak economies

Which advantages are created by the European Union?

• Inflation keeps prices for exports high.
• People within the European Union cannot cross borders freely.
• Economic growth remains strong in all member countries.
• People can be employed in their own country or in a member country.

What is the major climate zone in Eastern Europe and Western Russia?

• humid continental
• marine west coast
• semi-arid
• tundra

Which factor contributed to the fall of communism in the Soviet Union?

• war with the United States
• the election of Vladimir Putin
• the policies of glasnost and perestroika
• strikes and reforms in satellite countries

How did Russia’s new free-market economy affect the average Russian?

• More goods became available soon after the command economy fell.
• The average Russian's standard of living changed very little.
• The price of goods and services decreased with competition.
• Many average Russians were able to own their own businesses.

Which economic challenge does Eastern Europe face today?

• pressure to join the European Union
• labor shortages
• lack of modernized industries
• no markets for its goods