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In Siberia by Colin Thubron - Exam
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  • 1. What is the primary focus of Colin Thubron's 'In Siberia'?
A) The exploration of Siberia's landscapes and cultures.
B) The history of the Soviet Union.
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) Train.
B) Bicycle.
C) Walking.
D) Car.
  • 3. Which Siberian city is notably mentioned in Thubron's journey?
A) Nizhny Novgorod.
B) Yakutsk.
C) Irkutsk.
D) Vladivostok.
  • 4. Thubron often reflects on the population's relationship with what?
A) Nature.
B) Education.
C) Technology.
D) Wealth.
  • 5. In which year was 'In Siberia' published?
A) 2001.
B) 1995.
C) 1999.
D) 2003.
  • 6. What does Thubron seek to understand through his travels?
A) The historical timelines.
B) The complex nature of identity in Siberia.
C) The urban planning techniques.
D) The economic models of the region.
  • 7. Which aspect of Siberian history does Thubron touch upon?
A) The Cold War.
B) The imperial expansion.
C) The rise of communism.
D) The impact of the Gulag system.
  • 8. Who wrote the foreword to 'In Siberia'?
A) A famous novelist.
B) A political scientist.
C) Another noted historian.
D) Colin Thubron himself.
  • 9. Which characteristic of Siberian culture does Thubron explore?
A) Industrialization.
B) Democratic processes.
C) Technological innovations.
D) Spiritual traditions.
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