In Siberia by Colin Thubron

1. What is the primary focus of Colin Thubron's 'In Siberia'?

A) An economic analysis of Russia.
B) A fictional story set in Moscow.
C) The exploration of Siberia's landscapes and cultures.
D) The history of the Soviet Union.

2. Which mode of transportation does Thubron primarily use in his travels?

A) Train.
B) Bicycle.
C) Walking.
D) Car.

3. Which Siberian city is notably mentioned in Thubron's journey?

A) Vladivostok.
B) Nizhny Novgorod.
C) Irkutsk.
D) Yakutsk.

4. Thubron often reflects on the population's relationship with what?

A) Education.
B) Wealth.
C) Technology.
D) Nature.

5. In which year was 'In Siberia' published?

A) 2001.
B) 1999.
C) 2003.
D) 1995.

6. What does Thubron seek to understand through his travels?

A) The urban planning techniques.
B) The economic models of the region.
C) The historical timelines.
D) The complex nature of identity in Siberia.

7. Which aspect of Siberian history does Thubron touch upon?

A) The imperial expansion.
B) The Cold War.
C) The impact of the Gulag system.
D) The rise of communism.

8. Who wrote the foreword to 'In Siberia'?

A) Another noted historian.
B) A political scientist.
C) A famous novelist.
D) Colin Thubron himself.

9. Which characteristic of Siberian culture does Thubron explore?

A) Democratic processes.
B) Spiritual traditions.
C) Technological innovations.
D) Industrialization.

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