FLRU 2510 Russian Culture
Land of the Firebird: Study Guide
Chapter 21
- How did Russians celebrate Christmas before the Revolution? Give few examples.
- What did Russians like to do for amusement during winter?
- How did Russians celebrate Easter? Give few examples.
- Maslenitsa
- What did Russians like to do for amusement in early spring?
- How did Russians spend the seven-week Great Fast preceding Easter?
- What did the Tsars like to give their wives as presents on Easter?
- Faberge
- How was Easter celebrated in the church service, starting with Good Friday? Give few examples.