Which of the following is true regarding time and space for Russians?

It is uncommon to make plans with friends/family beyond two to three days.

Which of the following is true regarding education in Russia?

For most Russian college students, higher education is free.

Why does Russia trail behind other developed countries in several key areas related to technology?

Some speculate it relates to challenges w/Russia’s regulatory environment.

What do Russians refer to instead of “a.m.” and “p.m.”?

They usually just refer to “before lunch” and “after lunch.”

What does “sovereign Internet” mean in Russia?

It means cutting the country off from the rest of the Internet.

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Russia (Part 2)

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1
How many years do children in Russia receive basic general education?
Five years
Seven years
Eight years
Six years
2
Which of the following is true regarding time and space for Russians?
Being late for personal plans is viewed as disrespectful and unprepared.
Much like Americans, Russians seem to live by the calendar.
It is uncommon to make plans with friends/family beyond two to three days.
People do not typically use the 24-hour clock in Russia.
3
How many years are required for a secondary education certificate in Russia?
One to two years
Three to four years
Two to three years
Four to five years
4
Which of the following is true regarding education in Russia?
Most Russian students learn a trade after secondary school.
For most Russian college students, higher education is free.
Preschool in Russia is designed for children as young as 3 and as old as 5.
Children then go to primary school for eight to ten years.
5
Why does Russia trail behind other developed countries in several key areas related to technology?
Some speculate Russia does not educate citizens well enough on technology.
Some speculate it relates to challenges w/Russia’s regulatory environment.
Some speculate it is impacted by the large population of elderly people.
Some speculate it's due to traditional values & low interest in innovation.
6
What do Russians refer to instead of “a.m.” and “p.m.”?
They usually just refer to “morning” and “evening.”
They usually just refer to “before lunch” and “after lunch.”
They usually just refer to “sunrise” and “sundown.”
They usually just refer to “breakfast time” and “dinner time.”
7
Which of the following people often contribute their monthly income to the family budget?
Teenagers
Uncles
Grandparents
Aunts
8
Regarding family and kinship, which of the following is most important to Russians?
Neighbors
Extended family
The nuclear family
Business partners
9
What does “sovereign Internet” mean in Russia?
It means allowing students to use the Internet in school.
It means cutting the country off from the rest of the Internet.
It means encouraging young people to use the Internet.
It means stopping criminal hackers from other countries.
10
"Family" to most Russians means just the nuclear family.
True
False

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