Question by rob l: What Mannerisms might insult an Ukrainian or Russian person? For a class i need to know what actions may insult a Ukrainian or Russian person, or differences between our culture and theirs. Answers and Views: Answer by Daisymae1. … [Read more...] about What Mannerisms might insult a Russian person?
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What part of Russia is desolate but close to Moscow?
Question by Kris10: What part of Russia is desolate, but also somewhat close to Moscow? I am writing a book and I need to have a location in Russia where my protagonist is taken and held captive. I want this place to be a real place in Russia, … [Read more...] about What part of Russia is desolate but close to Moscow?
A cheap way to send packages to Russia?
Question by Anna: Does anyone know a cheap way to send packages to Russia? I want to send a few packages to Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, that weigh between 2-10 pounds. Through whom should I send them through that will get me the cheapest … [Read more...] about A cheap way to send packages to Russia?
I want to do foreign exchange in Russia, but don’t know where to start.
Question by Charles: I want to do foreign exchange in Russia, but don't know where to start. Any credible programs? I searched the state department's website and of course, they were no help at all. They provided plenty of resources for people FROM … [Read more...] about I want to do foreign exchange in Russia, but don’t know where to start.
How did the economy of Russia grow so much in 2008?
Question by grmike18: How did the economy of Brazil and Russia grow so much in 2008 ? i keep up to date with the latest nominal gdp and export data on the world's countries and the imf, cia factbook are showing huge growth in those countries last … [Read more...] about How did the economy of Russia grow so much in 2008?
How to locate a family member in Russia?
Question by John D: How to locate a family member from russia? i need to locate an accountance in russia, however i don't know how to go about it. All i have is a name.. would this be difficult to do, esp with translation and so forth. what would be … [Read more...] about How to locate a family member in Russia?
Which Russian fairy tale has an illustration of a woman looking into water?
Question by d_qball2: Which Russian fairy tale has an illustration of a woman in a blue dress looking into water? When I was in Kiev a couple weeks ago I bought a jewelry box painted with a scene from a Russian fairytale on it. The scene was of a … [Read more...] about Which Russian fairy tale has an illustration of a woman looking into water?
Was Russia called Soviet Union during world war 2?
Question by Smurflz: Did Russia used to be called soviet union during world war 2? I'm doing a project about Germany during the reign of Hitler. I know Germany invaded the Soviet Union in 1941, but could I also say that they were invading Russia as … [Read more...] about Was Russia called Soviet Union during world war 2?
Best book about the Russian Revolution?
Question by David: What is the best book about the Russian Revolution? I've been looking for more than a year for a book explaining events that lead to the Russian Revolution of 1917 but what I've found so far I can't find anything clear and concise. … [Read more...] about Best book about the Russian Revolution?
Budget to travel to Russia for 3 weeks?
Question by John B: How big should my budget be to travel to Russia for 3 weeks? I'll be traveling to Russia in August 2011 for 3 weeks. I'll be staying in hostels in Moscow for 4 days and in St. Petersburg for 4 days, as well as staying with friends … [Read more...] about Budget to travel to Russia for 3 weeks?