Question by BlueAnt: What species of fish do they get eggs from for Caviar? Like is it a specific species or is it just from any fish? Answers and Views: Answer by 'TakerThe good stuff comes from sturgeon. But you can get lower quality stuff from … [Read more...] about What species of fish do they get Caviar from?
Why did Chekhov choose a Cherry Orchard in his play?
Question by Rohit Gautam: Why did Chekhov choose a Cherry Orchard in his play "The Cherry Orchard"? I am just wondering what the significance a cherry orchard outside the book is to chekhov. I was thinking maybe it was something in his life. If … [Read more...] about Why did Chekhov choose a Cherry Orchard in his play?
Some examples of the history of conflict between the USA and the USSR?
Question by Ohps I forgoted: What are some examples of the history of conflict between the USA and the USSR? Before the Cold War, both the USSR and the USA were suspicious of each other, and this was shown through the Yalta and Potsdam conferences. … [Read more...] about Some examples of the history of conflict between the USA and the USSR?
What do you think of Moscow monument of Peter the Great?
Question by kate: What do you think of Moscow monument of Peter the Great by Z. Ziritellty? just stole a glimpse of discussion of it on Russian TV. I have heard it was originally created by Mr Ziritelly for USA as monument of Columbus. Then … [Read more...] about What do you think of Moscow monument of Peter the Great?
What were Nikita Khrushchev’s criticisms of his predecessor?
Question by boredom is boring: What were Khrushchev's criticisms of his predecessor? Yea so I guess the question is simple if you understand what is is asking. My problem is, is that I just don't get the question. I am just not quite sure what it is … [Read more...] about What were Nikita Khrushchev’s criticisms of his predecessor?
Would the eastern front be very different without Stalin?
Question by Tim: Would the eastern front be very different if Stalin the Iron man never existed? Much had been said about the invincible General Winter and the sheer amount of Russian manpower and their strong will to fight the enemies for their … [Read more...] about Would the eastern front be very different without Stalin?
Do you like Alexander Pushkin?
Question by Russian Skinhead: Alexander Pushkin? Do you like Pushkin? What is your favorite poem from him? Answers and Views: Answer by Monica I love him. My fav Pushkin poem is "Thoughts", esp the last stanza And let it be, beside the grave's … [Read more...] about Do you like Alexander Pushkin?