Question by CHLOE: How did Perestroika affect the people of Russia? Why did people have to queue for everything? How did things end up to be so inefficient? Answers and Views: Answer by Mister SinisterPerestroika -is the Russian term (now used in … [Read more...] about How did Gorbachev’s Perestroika affect the people of Russia?
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How do Russians feel about Nicholas II?
Question by J.A.N.E.T. 9: How do Russian feel about Tsar Nicholas II? How do most Russian feel about Tsar Nicholas II and his family? Don't be sarcastic. Answers and Views: Answer by misterlucky_2000he's to die for. Read all the answers in the … [Read more...] about How do Russians feel about Nicholas II?
A good Russian language textbook?
Question by LionQueen: Can anyone recommend a good Russian language textbook? I want to learn Russian. I'm pretty much a beginner with minimal basic knowledge, if that even. I find that I really like a classroom setting when learning a language (I … [Read more...] about A good Russian language textbook?
What does KGB stand for in russian?
Question by Joey Rocks: What does KGB stand for and how do you pronounce the russian words? I know the KGB was the Soviet foreign intelligence service, but I'm not sure what it stands for. Answers and Views: Answer by J thinkerFor other uses, see … [Read more...] about What does KGB stand for in russian?
Does Babushka mean Grandma too?
Question by Diana T: Babushka means Grandma too? It's my first word as a child, I also had the dollies but wuz adopted to very rich family but back in foster care at 11. Thank you for wanting to help me, I just want a party with my old High School … [Read more...] about Does Babushka mean Grandma too?
How to say “babushka” in russian?
Question by ahh choo: how do you say "babushka" in russian? Answers and Views: Answer by 권보아- BoA Kwonyou just said it! normally it means old womn Read all the answers in the comments. Know better? Leave your own answer! … [Read more...] about How to say “babushka” in russian?
Why did my grandparents change their Russian last name!????
Question by R.I.P. Dennis Brogan 63-09: Why did my grandparents change their last name!???? My grandparents came over from Russia in the 50's, and they changed their last name from Sakharova to Sackett. Why did they do this???? I really want my … [Read more...] about Why did my grandparents change their Russian last name!????