Why does Ryszard travel to the Soviet Union in the 1960s, the late 1980s and early 1990s?

Name what you believe to be the three greatest crimes against humanity committed by Stalin that are listed in the book.

What effect does Russification and Sovietization have on the southern Soviet republics? Discuss three effects.

Give two of the most prominent reasons that Ryszard hated the Soviet regime.

How did the Soviet Union fall apart? How did it arise?

What are the three great threats to the post-Soviet republics?

Explain what you think Ryszard's true views are on the Soviet Union, communism, nationalism, and religion.

How does Ryszard's interest in decolonization structure the book?