In Siberia by Colin Thubron

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

9. Which characteristic of Siberian culture does Thubron explore?

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

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