Russian Gifts

Open Question: How did the contributions of Russian settlers in the Prairie Provinces change life in Canada?

The Spanish introduced horses to North America. Native Americans ate a great deal of fish. European settlers took Native American lands. Spanish and French explorers came to North America looking for wealth. 2. How did the contributions of Russian settlers in the Prairie Provinces change life in Canada? (1 point) They learned how to trap and hunt forest animals. They developed a new language. They invented a kind of work pants. They brought wheat that grew well in the climate. 3. Customs give people (1 point) a sense of identity. the same religion. a sense that they do not belong. the ability to learn a new language. 4. Two languages spoken widely in Canada are (1 point) Spanish and English. French and Spanish. French and English. Dutch and English. 5. How do Canada's native peoples intend to preserve their cultures? (1 point) by becoming independent nations by moving away from reserves by working with existing governments by using English on the street signs in their communities 6. What country, according to most Canadians, has too much influence on their culture? (1 point)Great Britain France the United States Spain 7. How did Native American groups influence each other's cultures? (1 point) by trading with each other and sharing ideas by growing crops by living in different areas of the country by sharing weapons 8. The population of the United States (1 point) is less than Canada's. is a tenth of Canada's population. is nearly ten times larger than Canada's. is equal to Canada's. 9. Many French Canadians want to preserve their heritage by (1 point) adopting the French constitution. making French the official language of Canada. making Quebec a separate country. becoming part of France. 10. How do Canada's new laws help native peoples preserve their culture? (1 point) by finding them new homes on reserves by forcing schools to teach French Canadian history by allowing English in their schools by allowing them to use their own languages in their school thank you for your help!

Open Question: Can people give me a few reasons to stay in England?

I just feel like, I am different to so many people. In that I'm very quiet and reserved and I have autism (mildly), I don't the way so many people are, i.e. greedy, superficial, false smilers & too humorous, two-faced, awful singers & personality & celebrities generally. In many ways I wish we were like Russians (they look respectful, serious & truthful). I am learning German and thinking of living there (and getting a job) when I'm a little older (I'm 17 now). I like the look of German culture, very much. But, the thing is a like England for a few things which are VERY strong and close to me, e.g, The BBC, Our Weather, London, The Royal Family, Kent .London's historic landmarks. But, that is about it, I think. I can't see things improving. Is it worth living in Germany, just for the quietness, truth & Berlin?. Please tell me of reasons why England is nice and why I should not move?. Because, at the moment I feel England is on the whole horrid (mostly it's television, singers & celebrities & litter/streets/crime. Thanks.

Open Question: Help I'm going crazy???????

(Sorry it is so long) My life isn't that bad at all, I have everything I need with a few extras. I live in an average house in a quiet suburban neighborhood in an average city In Southern California. I hate it. I am always depressed. It's the same fucking routine everyday, wake up, go to school, come home, sleep and starts all over again the next day. The people at my school a so fucking rude and the only thing that matters is their image. There is nothing special about the people that are considered "popular", they are all ugly, rude, and only care about themselves. I am sick of being surrounded by this everyday and having to put up bitchy girls and bitchy guys. Luckily I found a good group of friends that aren't like that but we have nothing in common. Not only do I put up with this when I get home I have to put up with my fucking bitch little 12 year old sister that is turning into one of those preppy bitches. All she does is insult me and makes her snide comments quietly so that only I can hear and not my mom or dad. I sometimes just ignore it but it always makes me feel worse than if I actually retaliate. I yell and I hit her and when she hits me back and then i hit her 10times worse. I warn her to get away from me or else I am going to hurt her and she doesn't. My mom only gets mad at me because I overreact and i probably do but I just can't take it anymore. My mom is always bitching at me everyday and won't leave me alone for 2 second without saying something to me that is normally really rude but she doesn't know it is, My dad is a dick and follows me around the house constantly asking me questions and demanding me to do things like, Is your room clean? Did you finish your homework? clean up this. Clean up that. He does this everytime his home at least 10 fucking times. all he does is bother me. When something happens between me and my mom he gets in my face and starts yelling at me. He has legitament Anger Managment problems and goes to classes but it doesn't help. I am always uptight and every little thing makes me angry. I feel like hitting things and cussing at the top of my longs and sometimes I actually do. I just need to escape. I want to do a student exchange program in Russia but my mom and dad say its too dangerous because of the sex trafficing and what not but at this point it is worth the risk, plus I love Russians and their culture. At the moment my only way of escape is reading, and I do that alot but it isn't enough because I get sad my life isn't like the books I read, full of adventure. I need adventure. I am so depressed I can't even consentrate in school. This isn't me. I am so nice and fun, I deserve a better life I just don't know what to do anymore. Please help. Again sorry this was so long.

Open Question: I am dating a Russian man?

Is there anything I should about the Russian culture? He wasn't born in America but is a citizen here.

Open Question: Is Obama Russian, need more thesis evidence ?

Everyone seems to be caught up on whether obama is secretly muslim but it wouldn't make any sense if he was because it wouldn't convert the hearts and minds of the people anyway to Islamity, I mean just look at civil rights, changing the laws didn't change people's attitudes and in some places it took decades to get to equality... But if Obama was Russian he'd be able to change the law in russias favor like trading and so on, and destroying the missile defence in Poland, I mean Obama almost gave into that which is telling. Plus Russia has a big neo nazi culture so Obama wouldn't want to live there and it'd be a goo cover. Also if he is Muslim there are a lot of Muslims in Russia.... Is this good material for my thesis? Does anyone have any other evidence?

Open Question: My Experience in Europe?

I'm just a 13 year old girl,(Who by appearance is often mistaken as about 17) but I wanted to know... what would my experience in Europe be? But obviously there needs to be more to the question, so why I even bother asking is because I am American, with Black, Russian, and Hungarian lineage, and I really want to get out of America. Most preferably, I want to go to Europe. I have a friend I talk to on Facebook who lives in Germany, and we talk very often. I learn some from her about Europe.. but she's white and her experience may be different than mine. I am often mistaken as Mexican, though, or some sort of Latin. But America begins to annoy me because: 1.) I live in an area where the other black people are all 'ghetto' and loud and often are openly rude to teachers. I can never understand how you can never give a teacher respect.. I mean, they work really hard! 2.) America is not a very cultural place... what I mean is, is that it lacks a heritage. The Natives were here, but then sailors like Christopher Colombus came and turned them into slaves.. later on through American society, racism and slavery was the founding of this country. Not a very nice heritage, is it? 3.) I want to meet new people... experience new things... I don't want to be cooped up in America for the rest of my life and never be able to know what the world and people of different cultures are like. And so.. those are my reasons for why I want to get out of America. I also am interested in, first, getting through high school with excelling grades, and then going to college and getting degrees in english, social studies, and possibly some other things that would be needed, and getting a teaching job in a foreign country, teaching English there. Again, most preferrably Europe. I am interested in Europe because I feel there are so many different types of cultures, like Spanish to Dutch, and it's a beautiful place with a very captivating history. To not make myself a 'typical' American tourist, I have read many detailed books on England, Germany, The Netherlands, Austria, Turkey, Greece, Italy, Spain, and I pay special attention in history class. I feel like you should know much about the country, and greetings in the native language, before you actually go. So... my question again is... would I experience much racism? I am not at all a loud, aggressive, uneducated black girl that seems to be a largely accepted stereotype of us... (I don't mean to sound arrogant! I'm just trying to be truthfull to recieve the best answer I can.) Thank you! :) (And I don't hate America! So pleasse don't get the wrong message! And if anyone has an ignorant racist comment, keep it to YOURSELF! That stuff hurts people, and it's inconsiderate and close-minded.) I really would respect logical answers, even if it's something I may not 'want' to hear. I really forgot to add this... but I have looked at how hard it can be to get a job in Europe when you're originally from America... Orla C, I really respect your answer, along with the logic and thought that was put into it and it helps for another question that I probably would have asked later, though, so thank you!

Open Question: Russian customs and culture?

Like what is considered rude to do when walking down the street, what is expected and polite to do when meeting a Russian in Russia? Those kinds of things...

Open Question: I'm dating a Russian man?

He wasn't born in America but moved here. I was wondering if there was anything I should know about Russian men and the Russian culture? Thanks

Open Question: What Are Russian's Opinions on Foreigners Learning Their Language?

I've been interested in the Russian language since I was 14 years old... the thing is I've always been held back by fears. I've been told that in Russia they look at foreigners (in my case, I am Canadian) are silly for learning their language. I've been told that not being a native to Russia will make you seem like you are invading on their culture, and that they do not like that. I am just really honestly looking for some honest answers here. I know basic communication, but have stopped myself from learning anymore, as I was put off by people saying Russians will not except me or judge me harshly, for learning their language and being a foreigner living in their country. I love the language, but feel it would be a waste of time and useless to continue my studies if I wasn't going to be accepted. Please no silly answers.

Open Question: Why is it that every culture has a form of "oh my god"?

I don't literally mean they all text "omg" or something, I mean every culture. Americans say "oh my god" Spanish peeps say "dios mio" Portuguese dudes say "deus meu" Serbian "o boze" Russian "boze moi" Spanish "dios mio" Arabic "ya-llah" German "mein gott" French "mon dieu" Turkish "allahim" Croatian "boze moj" You see my point? I just find this weird. Why does every culture feel the need to mention an omniscient being as an exclamation? @Flower I read your post and I wanted to say that that does not answer my question. As humans, we long to invent, share our knowledge, solve problems, and be creative. So it's only natural for us to make up fairy tales. But using the expressing "omg" does not fall into any of these categories. @Michael I read your post as well and would like to show you. Every culture DOES have a form of "oh my god". As HotNarutoGirl, in China they use "oh my mother". "Mother" refers to the mother of all things, or a god (goddess). In Japan they sometimes say 南無三宝, or "oh my great Buddha". I am not talking about the Christian god. I am talking about all gods/goddesses in general of any beliefs.