Amazing Russia. Kostroma Region (Kostroma Oblast). Kaleidoscope of questions. Quiz
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Наталья Ильина

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Amazing Russia. Kostroma Region (Kostroma Oblast).

Kaleidoscope of Questions. Quiz

The online quiz series “Amazing Russia. Kaleidoscope of Questions. Quiz series” (all regions of the Russian Federation) was published as separate books on the online-platforms.

Every region of the Russian Federation is explored through 25 questions, which encourage independent research, comparisons between countries, fact -checking and the search for patterns and differences.

If you’re interested in new technologies and territories, you’ll not only learn many interesting facts about the national characteristics of countries around the world but also learn to find analogies and generalizations when comparing nature, sociology, economics, and culture.

Every region of the Russian Federation in the “Amazing Russia. Kaleidoscope of Questions. Quiz series” is examined through 25 questions and includes a sequence of five modules.

Module 1: General Information: 1. Borders, Country Map, 2. Flag Symbolism, 3. Coat of Arms Symbolism, 4. Toponymy, Etymology of Names, 5. Money

Module 2: Nature: 1. Mountains, 3. Water Resources, 3. Landscape Features, 4. Flora, 5. Fauna

Module 3: People: 1. Nations, Ethnic Groups, 2. Languages, Linguistics, 3. National Dishes, Culinary Arts, 4. People’s Way of Life (Rules of Conduct, Traditions), 5. Famous People of the Past and Present

Module 4: Economics: 1. Urbanization, Capital, 2. Agriculture, Food Security, 3. Export, Trade, 4. Energy, Transport, Technology, 5. Attractions, Tourism

Module 5: Culture: 1. Music, 2. Sports, 3. Religion, 4. Holidays, Festivals, 5. Art

The online quiz includes problem question and question with possible answer options.

Also the online quiz series “Amazing Regional Studies. Kaleidoscope of Questions. Quiz series " (100 Countries of the World) was published as separate books on the online-platforms.

Amazing Russia. Kostroma Region (Kostroma Oblast) A Kaleidoscope of Questions. General Information

Kostroma Region General 1

How can the size of the territory influence its size? The Kostroma Region covers approximately 60,000 square kilometers, comparable in size to the Czech Republic and Armenia. The Kostroma Region borders five constituent entities of the Russian Federation.

Which statement is incorrect? The Kostroma Region borders…

1. to the north – the Vologda Region

2. to the east – the Kirov Region

3. to the southeast – the Nizhny Novgorod Region

4. to the south – the Ivanovo Region

5. to the west – the Moscow Region

Kostroma Region General 2

Why does the national flag have its own holiday?

Which statement is correct? The flag of the Kostroma Region depicts…

1. Horse 2. Bear 3. Sword 4. Warrior 5. Golden Ship

Kostroma Region General 3

Why do all the city districts and districts of the region have their own unique coats of arms?

Which statement is incorrect?

1. The coat of arms of the Kostroma Region depicts a ship, symbolizing the historical connection with waterways.

2. The coat of arms of Nerekhta is one of the most unusual in Russia due to its depiction of two black snail shells.

3. The coat of arms of the city of Sharya is a golden pine branch, symbolizing the forestry industry.

4. The coat of arms of the city of Buy depicts golden military reinforcement.

5. The coat of arms of the city of Kologriv depicts a horse’s head.

Kostroma Region General 4

Why are the names of many cities associated with bodies of water?

Which statement is incorrect?

1. The city’s name, Kologriv, is associated with the phrase “near the mane” or the name of the fortress’s founder, Ivan Kologrivets.

2. Nerekhta translates as “river in the lowlands” or “river in the swamp.”

3. The city of Kostroma got its name from the Kostroma River, on whose banks it was founded, or from ancient rituals associated with the river.

4. The Kostroma region is called the “Forest Trans-Volga Region.”

5. The Volga translates as “river of a thousand graylings” or “many fish.”

Kostroma Region General 5

How much tax does the region contribute to the federal budget? Which statement is incorrect? The Kostroma region is not represented on the main (regular) banknotes of the Bank of Russia in 2025. Which city is also not featured on the updated banknotes (100, 1000, and 5000 rubles) in 2025?

1. Yaroslavl

2. Khabarovsk

3. Sevastopol

4. Arkhangelsk

5. Grozny

Amazing Russia. Kostroma Region (Kostroma Oblast).Kaleidoscope of Questions. Nature

Kostroma Region Nature 1

What contributes to the development of subsoil use? The mineral resources of the Kostroma Region can become the basis for the development of new industries. Which statement is incorrect?

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