Russia Under Vladimir Putin

The video discusses Vladimir Putin's rise to power, focusing on his handling of the Chechnya conflict, which bolstered his popularity and helped him win the 2000 presidential election. Despite promises to end the war, the conflict persisted, culminating in the 2002 Moscow theater hostage crisis. Russia faced significant economic and social challenges, including high unemployment and domestic violence. However, there were signs of improvement under Putin's leadership, as he advocated for a market economy tailored to Russia's needs. The unrest in the Soviet Union also had a profound impact on Central and Eastern Europe.

What was one of the key factors that helped Vladimir Putin win the presidential election in 2000?

• His foreign policy

• His economic policies

• His handling of the rebellion in Chechnya

• His social reforms

In what year did Russia claim that the war in Chechnya was nearly over?

• 2000

• 2001

• 2003

• 2002

What tragic event occurred in October 2002 involving Chechen rebels?

• A theater siege in Moscow

• A bombing in St. Petersburg

• An attack on the Kremlin

• A hostage situation in a school

What was one of the major social issues in Russia between 1992 and 2002?

• High rates of literacy

• High rates of domestic violence

• Increased life expectancy

• Low unemployment rates

Approximately how many homeless children were estimated to be on the streets of Moscow during this period?

• 30,000 to 50,000

• 20,000 to 30,000

• 10,000 to 20,000

• 50,000 to 70,000

What did Putin state he favored in terms of economic policy?

• A completely free market economy

• A command economy

• A market economy adapted to Russia's special circumstances

• A socialist economy

What was one of the signs of improvement in Russia under Putin's leadership?

• Decreased life expectancy

• Improved standard of living

• Decline in domestic violence

• Increased unemployment

What was the impact of unrest in the Soviet Union on Central and Eastern Europe?

• It led to economic prosperity

• It resulted in political stability

• It had no significant impact

• It caused enormous social upheaval