I WONDER - How Big Is Russia?

Russia is the largest country globally, nearly twice the size of Canada, covering 17.1 million square kilometers and spanning eleven time zones. It features diverse landscapes, from deserts to tundra, and is home to Lake Baikal, the deepest and oldest freshwater lake.

Which country is almost half the size of Russia?

• China

• United States

• Brazil

• Canada

How many time zones does Russia span across?

• Eight

• Fourteen

• Five

• Eleven

Which of the following is a feature of Russia's diverse landscapes?

• Coral reefs

• Savannahs

• Dry deserts

• Tropical rainforests

What is unique about Lake Baikal?

• It is the smallest lake in the world

• It is the largest saltwater lake

• It is the highest lake above sea level

• It is the deepest and oldest freshwater lake

Where is Lake Baikal located?

• China

• Canada

• Russia

• United States