Which historical factor most influenced the breakup of the Soviet Union in 1991?

Many former Soviet states had once been independent nations.

Another way Russia is more limited than the former Soviet Union's government is by

allowing multiple political parties.

Settlement patterns in Russia were likely most influenced by...

climate conditions of the region.

Which of the following is true of a market economy , but not of a communist system?

Government exercises less control of the economy.

Independent republics that used to be in the Soviet Union have seen their economies improve

bc more money and new businesses are coming from outside.

One result of the introduction of the Euro as a common European currency includes...

more economic integration in Europe.

How does physical geography in Europe affect the distribution of goods?

Navigable rivers and harbors provide many cities with ports

How did stained glass windows maintain the traditions of the church in the Middle Ages?

Illiterate people learned about Biblical stories.

Russian government progressed from 1900 to 1950 to 2000 in what order?

Monarchy, Communism, Democratic Republic

500 BC Athens Democracy, 100 AD Roman Republic, 1215 Magna Carta, & 1700's Enlightenment led to

most European governments being limited.

One DIFFERENCE between the Russian government and the U.S. government is

the Russian government has a prime minister.

Which was NOT a benefit of being a member of the European Union?

Citizens may vote in any election held in any country.

What event of the mid 1900's greatly increased cooperation between European nations?

Devastation caused by the 2nd World War

Europe is considered a "peninsula of peninsulas", which explains why many countries

depend on the sea for economic growth.

Russia is more limited than the past government of the Soviet Union in that

the people are allowed to vote in open elections.

To be a developed country, a country must have

high life expectancy and low infant mortality.

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1
Which historical factor most influenced the breakup of the Soviet Union in 1991?
Many former Soviet states adopted a communist government.
Many former Soviet states used English as official language.
Many former Soviet states had once been independent nations.
Many former Soviet states had once operated as democracies.
2
Another way Russia is more limited than the former Soviet Union's government is by
allowing multiple political parties.
restricting voting requirements.
encouraging private enterprise.
imposing immigration limitations.
3
Evidence that European nations have left their history of conflict behind is
reducing stockpiles of weapons.
isolating the United States.
limiting immigration to the region.
forming the European Union.
4
During the Middle Ages, many knights tried to control small kingdoms. This resulted in
many different ethnic enclaves.
French or English speaking nations.
numerous small nation states.
European Union and non-union members.
5
Settlement patterns in Russia were likely most influenced by...
voting patterns in large cities.
climate conditions of the region.
international trade organizations.
border disputes with neighbors.
6
The architectural example reflects the cultural diffusion of —
wealthy donors in Europe.
Christian values in Europe.
Greek philosophy in Europe.
cultural convergence in Europe.
7
Which of the following is true of a market economy , but not of a communist system?
Government determines consumer product availability.
Industrial production meets government quotas.
Supply is determined by the government.
Government exercises less control of the economy.
8
What is the most common religion in European societies?
Islam
Judaism
Christianity
Hinduism
9
Independent republics that used to be in the Soviet Union have seen their economies improve
bc more money and new businesses are coming from outside.
because industries use natural resources however they want.
because Russian businesses took over government services.
because workers are better trained for high-tech industries.
10
Most Russian urban centers are located in which part of the country?
east
south
north
west
11
The Feudal System was completely influenced by someone outside the pyramid. Who was it?
Pope
Serf
King
Knight
12
One result of the introduction of the Euro as a common European currency includes...
increased competition between businesses.
higher unemployment rates in Europe.
more economic integration in Europe.
an erosion of local cultural traditions.
13
How does physical geography in Europe affect the distribution of goods?
A warm temperate climate allows for year round work.
Navigable rivers and harbors provide many cities with ports
Highways have been built across the Northern European Plains
Mountain barriers have closed off overland routes in Europe.
14
How did stained glass windows maintain the traditions of the church in the Middle Ages?
Illiterate people learned about Biblical stories.
Jobs were created for craftsmen working for the Church.
Artists acted as spokesmen for the Christian Church.
Money was raised by charging groups to see the artwork.
15
Sweden is on the _________ peninsula.
Kola
Crimean
Scandinavian
Iberian
16
Russian government progressed from 1900 to 1950 to 2000 in what order?
Democratic Republic, Dictatorship, Communism
Monarchy, Democratic Republic, Dictatorship
Monarchy, Communism, Democratic Republic
Communism, Monarchy, Democratic Republic
17
Which of the following is a characteristic of culture?
shared beliefs
elections
mountain barriers
monotheism
18
In an UNLIMITED government you would likely find
One-party rule.
Multi-party elections
free-speech.
protection of human rights.
19
500 BC Athens Democracy, 100 AD Roman Republic, 1215 Magna Carta, & 1700's Enlightenment led to
The European Union governing all of Europe.
Many European nations being ruled by dictators.
most European governments being limited.
Europe being dominated by one political party.
20
One DIFFERENCE between the Russian government and the U.S. government is
The Russian government manages a federal budget.
the U.S. government allows citizens to vote.
the U.S. government is governed by a constitution.
the Russian government has a prime minister.
21
One way the Feudal system impacted governments including the U.S. was by giving us the -
Helsinki Accords.
Magna Carta.
Declaration of Independence.
Third Treaty of San Ildefonso.
22
Which was NOT a benefit of being a member of the European Union?
Citizens may vote in any election held in any country.
Citizens may pass borders without needing a passport.
Citizens may work or live in other member countries.
Citizens may cross borders without paying custom duties for goods.
23
What event of the mid 1900's greatly increased cooperation between European nations?
Economic competition from the United States
Devastation caused by the 2nd World War
Emergence of powerful nations in Africa
Outbreak of war in Southeast Asia
24
Europe is considered a "peninsula of peninsulas", which explains why many countries
use terrace farming to support the population.
experience very cold climate conditions.
depend on the sea for economic growth.
lack political connections with each other.
25
Russia is more limited than the past government of the Soviet Union in that
The constitution permits the president to rule for life.
The military answers directly to the president.
the people are allowed to vote in open elections.
The economy is directed by government quotas.
26
What color is the nation of Russia?
red
orange
blue
green
27
Which country is purple?
Russia
Sweden
Great Britain
France
28
To be a developed country, a country must have
high literacy rate and high unemployment.
high life expectancy and low infant mortality.
high per capita GDP and low life expectancy.
low literacy and low per capita GDP.
29
Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Rafael, and Donatello contributed to European culture through their -
master works of art.
beautiful musical symphonies.
folktales and stories.
new political ideas.

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