Russia's global power and influence
I can explain the reasons for Russia’s power and influence in the world and evaluate its status as a global superpower.
- Year 9
Russia's global power and influence
I can explain the reasons for Russia’s power and influence in the world and evaluate its status as a global superpower.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- A country that can project its power and influence all over the world is called a global superpower.
- Economy, military, population, land area, energy reserves and cultural influence are factors that give countries power.
- Russia is often considered a global superpower due to its strong military, large land area and large energy reserves.
- Some people think Russia’s power is limited by the size of its economy and the size of its population.
Keywords
Global superpower - a country that can project its power and influence all over the world
Military - the people trained and organised by a country to defend it and potentially fight in wars, along with the weapons, vehicles and equipment they use
Energy reserves - natural sources of energy, like oil, gas, or coal, that a country has stored underground and can use in the future
Common misconception
A superpower only refers to a country's military power and influence.
Superpower status depends on a country's economy, population, military, energy reserves and cultural power.
Equipment
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the keywords to their definitions.
Q2.Where do most people in Russia live?
Q3.Russia’s population is around million.
Q4.Why are many people moving to Russian cities?
Q5.Which part of Russia is least densely populated?
Q6.Which major industry is most important in Siberia?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Match the keywords to their correct meanings.
