Gulag: A History Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

Which types of prisoners made up the majority of prisoners within the Gulag system? (from Part 2, Chapter 14: The Prisoners—Summary)

Political prisoners.

Foreigners.

Urkis.

Peasents.

2.

Once prisoners in Steplag had power over the camp, which of the following best describes their daily life? (from Part 3, Chapter 24: The Zeks' Revolution—Summary)

Chaotic.

Organized.

Calm.

Dangerous.

3.

How long did Andropov rule Russia in the post-Stalin era? (from Part 3, Chapter 27: The 1980's: Smashing Statues—Summary)

1 year.

4 years.

2 years.

3 years.

4.

How were letters passed by lovers within the Gulag prison system? (from Part 2, Chapter 15: Women and Children—Summary)

They were tapped out in Morse code.

There were no romantic relationships at Gulag camps.

They were thrown over fences.

They were passed by the guards.

5.

How long did Steplag prisoners have control of the camp before they were opened fire upon by authorities? (from Part 3, Chapter 24: The Zeks' Revolution—Summary)

1 month.

1 week.

1 year.

1 day.

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