This flag consitis of 3 thick bands horizontally on the flag. White is on the top, Blue is in the middle, and red is on the bottom. The russian flag was originally adapted from the flag of the Netherlands over 300 years ago. There are several theories about the origin of this flag but there is no offical meaning of the colors. One possible meaning is the Russian social system. In this, White represents God, Blue represents the Tsar, and Red represents the Peasants. This flag became the national flag of Russia in August of 1991.
President:
The name of the Russian president is Dmitry Medvedev. He was inaugurated May 7, 2008. He is the third President of the Russian Federation.
Capital: The capital of Russia is Moscow. Some of the landmarks that are located in Russia are Red Square, Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow Metro, and Patriarchs Ponds. Red Square is historically important to Russia because it is the central square of Moscow and Russia. It separates the residence of the President of Russia from the merchant quarter. Tretyakov Gallery is historically important to Russia because it is a Moscow art museum that contains the worlds finest collection of 17th and 18th century Russian art. Moscow Metro is historically important to Russia because it was the first underground railway in Russia. This opened in 1935, it now runs 187 miles and some of it is as deep as 200 feet below ground. Patriarch's Ponds is historically important to Russia because this used to be a marsh until 1683 when the head of the Russian orthodox church built this residence next to this marsh. Then the Patriarch ordered several ponds to be dug making this a charming and mysterious place.
Money: The type of money that they use in Russia is called Ruble. It comes in coins and paper money.
History: 5 interesting facts about Russia are:
1. Russia is the largest country in the world.
2. The Bolshevik revolution - In 1917 the Bolshevik workers united and fought against the Provisional government to gain power for all Soviets.
3. The Berlin Blockade and the Cold War - Soviet military authorities tried to block out western sections of Berlin in the Cold War to keep western allies from reforming currency.
4. The Kremlin, the old Citadel of Moscow holds the Russian government.
5. A horrific hostage situation in a Russian school changes Russia's government to fight terrorism.
Food: 10 different recipes are:
1. Russian Roast-potatoes, onions, vegetable oil,1 lb boneless rump roast, pepper, sour cream, water, flower, and lemon juice.
2. Black caviar- (Fish eggs) Different types of the fish- pattle, hackleback, pike, bowfin, and siberian oselsa.
3. Blinis- comercial white bread, kream cheese, sugar, egg yolks, vanilla, butter, and cinommin.
4. Borshch- (beetroot soup)- Butter, oil, onions, beats, tomoatoes, beaf stock, red wine vinigar, sugar, salt, pepper, sour cream, and fresh dill.
5. Tvorog- ( Curd cheese)- 1/2 gallon buttermilk.
6. Pelmeni- flower, egg, cold water, butter, salt, pork, beef, onion, black pepper, and nutmeg.
7. Plain Shchi- ( souerkraut and meat soup)- Breast beef, breast pork, sauerkraut, sour creeam, carrot, parsley, onions, potatoes, bay leaves, garlic, dill, black pepper, and corn.
8. Shashlik-( barbecue)- Fresh pork, onions, pepper, lemon or dry white wine, salt, and sugar.
9. Syrniki- Cottage cheese, oil, semolina flower, sugar, wheat flower, and eggs.
10. Mimosa Salad- Salmon in oil, boiled eggs, boiled carrots, boiled potatoes, onion, and mayonnaise.
What I Learned: What I learned while doing this project on Russia is that the food that they make in Russia contains the same types of food that we eat here in America. I personally thought that the foods there would be totally different and named different than what we have here in America. I also learned that Russia is the biggest country in the world..... sadly enough I never really new that. I learned that the capital of Russia is Moscow. Moscow Metro was the first railway system opened in Russia. It opened in 1935 and it is 187 miles long. As I researched different food types of Russia I was looking at the ingredients and as I read them they sounded very yummy!! I was surprised at how many recipes I would be willing to try making.
I was very surprised at how many different Presidents, Tsars, and changes in govenment that Russia has been through. Their government is very different from ours. It seems like they have had a lot of wars and sadness. I was very shocked to learn that there was a hostage situation in a school in which 135 childeren were killed. I also saw pictures of beautiful buildings, landscapes, and landmarks that made me wonder what life is like over in Russia. I also wonder how differently they live their lifestyle in Russia than we do here. Over all, it was very interesting to research Russia and was surprised to learn how tasty some of their food sounds to eat. If I didn't do research on Russia I probably wouldn't be really willing to try their food. Now I am willing to try out some Russian food!
Olivia Knapp - Russia
Flag:
This flag consitis of 3 thick bands horizontally on the flag. White is on the top, Blue is in the middle, and red is on the bottom. The russian flag was originally adapted from the flag of the Netherlands over 300 years ago. There are several theories about the origin of this flag but there is no offical meaning of the colors. One possible meaning is the Russian social system. In this, White represents God, Blue represents the Tsar, and Red represents the Peasants. This flag became the national flag of Russia in August of 1991.President
The name of the Russian president is Dmitry Medvedev. He was inaugurated May 7, 2008. He is the third President of the Russian Federation.
Capital: The capital of Russia is Moscow. Some of the landmarks that are located in Russia are Red Square, Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow Metro, and Patriarchs Ponds. Red Square is historically important to Russia because it is the central square of Moscow and Russia. It separates the residence of the President of Russia from the merchant quarter. Tretyakov Gallery is historically important to Russia because it is a Moscow art museum that contains the worlds finest collection of 17th and 18th century Russian art. Moscow Metro is historically important to Russia because it was the first underground railway in Russia. This opened in 1935, it now runs 187 miles and some of it is as deep as 200 feet below ground. Patriarch's Ponds is historically important to Russia because this used to be a marsh until 1683 when the head of the Russian orthodox church built this residence next to this marsh. Then the Patriarch ordered several ponds to be dug making this a charming and mysterious place.
Money: The type of money that they use in Russia is called Ruble. It comes in coins and paper money.
History: 5 interesting facts about Russia are:
1. Russia is the largest country in the world.
2. The Bolshevik revolution - In 1917 the Bolshevik workers united and fought against the Provisional government to gain power for all Soviets.
3. The Berlin Blockade and the Cold War - Soviet military authorities tried to block out western sections of Berlin in the Cold War to keep western allies from reforming currency.
4. The Kremlin, the old Citadel of Moscow holds the Russian government.
5. A horrific hostage situation in a Russian school changes Russia's government to fight terrorism.
Food: 10 different recipes are:
1. Russian Roast-potatoes, onions, vegetable oil,1 lb boneless rump roast, pepper, sour cream, water, flower, and lemon juice.
2. Black caviar- (Fish eggs) Different types of the fish- pattle, hackleback, pike, bowfin, and siberian oselsa.
3. Blinis- comercial white bread, kream cheese, sugar, egg yolks, vanilla, butter, and cinommin.
4. Borshch- (beetroot soup)- Butter, oil, onions, beats, tomoatoes, beaf stock, red wine vinigar, sugar, salt, pepper, sour cream, and fresh dill.
5. Tvorog- ( Curd cheese)- 1/2 gallon buttermilk.
6. Pelmeni- flower, egg, cold water, butter, salt, pork, beef, onion, black pepper, and nutmeg.
7. Plain Shchi- ( souerkraut and meat soup)- Breast beef, breast pork, sauerkraut, sour creeam, carrot, parsley, onions, potatoes, bay leaves, garlic, dill, black pepper, and corn.
8. Shashlik-( barbecue)- Fresh pork, onions, pepper, lemon or dry white wine, salt, and sugar.
9. Syrniki- Cottage cheese, oil, semolina flower, sugar, wheat flower, and eggs.
10. Mimosa Salad- Salmon in oil, boiled eggs, boiled carrots, boiled potatoes, onion, and mayonnaise.
What I Learned: What I learned while doing this project on Russia is that the food that they make in Russia contains the same types of food that we eat here in America. I personally thought that the foods there would be totally different and named different than what we have here in America. I also learned that Russia is the biggest country in the world..... sadly enough I never really new that. I learned that the capital of Russia is Moscow. Moscow Metro was the first railway system opened in Russia. It opened in 1935 and it is 187 miles long. As I researched different food types of Russia I was looking at the ingredients and as I read them they sounded very yummy!! I was surprised at how many recipes I would be willing to try making.
I was very surprised at how many different Presidents, Tsars, and changes in govenment that Russia has been through. Their government is very different from ours. It seems like they have had a lot of wars and sadness. I was very shocked to learn that there was a hostage situation in a school in which 135 childeren were killed. I also saw pictures of beautiful buildings, landscapes, and landmarks that made me wonder what life is like over in Russia. I also wonder how differently they live their lifestyle in Russia than we do here. Over all, it was very interesting to research Russia and was surprised to learn how tasty some of their food sounds to eat. If I didn't do research on Russia I probably wouldn't be really willing to try their food. Now I am willing to try out some Russian food!