How do you think the Slavs felt when the Vikings took control and unified what became known as Kievan Rus'? Do you think the Slavs expected the Vikings to take power?
Why do you think children performing in The Nutcracker was acceptable in the United States but unacceptable in Russia?
Why do you think Michael Romanov was afraid to became tsar? How would you feel if you were crowned ruler of a country?
Would you ever want to visit Siberia? Why or why not?