Soviet statues enjoying a revival

The video explores the contrasting approaches to Soviet history in Russia and Ukraine. In Russia, there is a revival of Soviet monuments, including a museum dedicated to Felix Dzerzhinsky, the founder of the KGB. Meanwhile, Ukraine is removing Soviet-era statues, viewing them as symbols of oppression. The video also highlights artistic and economic aspects of these statues, such as a disfigured Lenin head in Kiev and attempts to sell Lenin statues to fund local projects.

What is the main focus of the efforts in Russia regarding Soviet monuments?

• Removing them from public spaces

• Celebrating and erecting new ones

• Ignoring their historical significance

• Transforming them into modern art

How is Felix Dzerzhinsky portrayed in the museum?

• As a forgotten historical figure

• As a ruthless executioner

• As a controversial political figure

• As a hero with a daring escape

Why are Soviet statues being removed in Ukraine?

• They are being relocated to museums

• They are seen as symbols of oppression

• They are too old and damaged

• They are being replaced with modern art

What unique transformation was done to Lenin's head in Ukraine?

• It was turned into a piece of art

• It was buried in a time capsule

• It was melted down for metal

• It was displayed in a museum

What is the village's main reason for selling the Lenin statue?

• To donate to a local museum

• To clear space for a new park

• To fund a new church roof

• To build a new community center

What challenge does the village face in selling the Lenin statue?

• Transporting the statue to a new location

• Finding a buyer willing to pay the asking price

• Restoring the statue to its original condition

• Getting permission from the government

What does the battered pedestal in the central square symbolize?

• The enduring legacy of Soviet power

• The failure of past leadership

• The artistic transformation of history

• The hope for a new future