Russia

How big is Russia?

• 17.1 million km²

• It's the biggest country in the world

• When the sun rises in the west of Russia, at the same time it’s setting in the east.

Answer explanation

Russia has been the biggest country in the world since the 16th century when Russian Cossacks conquered lands on the other side of the Ural Mountains in Siberia and the Far East. These regions account for 77 percent of Russia’s total area.

What challenges does Russia have due to climate?

• Permafrost melting, more frequent wildfires, flooding and heatwaves.

• Large amounts of toxic emissions and waste.

• Its per capita (ghg) emissions are among the highest in the world—53 percent higher than China, and 79 percent higher than the European Union.

• It has the cleanest most pure air on the planet.

When were the serfs emancipated?

• Mar 8, 1917

• Feb 19, 1861

• Sep 1, 1939

Answer explanation

Slavery was an ancient institution in Russia and effectively was abolished in the 1720s. Serfdom, which began in 1450, evolved into near-slavery in the eighteenth century and was finally abolished in 1906.

How many ethnic groups are there in Russia?

• Two: Russian and Asian

• Around 100

• Over 193

How many active volcanos does Russia have?

• None silly, Russia is cold.

• 12

• More than 15

Russia is bigger than Pluto

• Yes

• No

Before the Russian Revolution in 1917, barely any of Russia had electricity. What portion of the population has electricity now?

• 85%

• 95%

• 100%

What is the average monthly Russian salary?

• Around 57,000 RUB ($767 USD)

• Around 69,000 RUB ($923 USD)

• Around 45,000 RUB ($600)

Who is Russia's largest trading parner?

• Australia

• Germany

• China

How many countries does Russia border?

• 11

• 13

• 14

Answer explanation

Azerbaijan, Belarus, China, Estonia, Finland, Georgia, Kazakhstan, North Korea, Latvia, Lithuania, Mongolia, Norway, Poland, and Ukraine.