A-level Russian: topic 4.2- Последние годы СССР – Горбачёв : Гласность

This 21-page workbook covers subtheme 2 of topic 4 studied at A-level 'Perestroika -causes, social changes, outcomes / Гласность: что вызвало - общественные изменения - исходы'.

The document contains:

- vocabulary list

- a broad list of exam-style questions

- a separate list with possible detailed answers

- each answer can be used for information, reading, translation, vocabulary and discussion practice

- a variety of texts to cover the topic:

*outline of the stagnation period and the need for changes

* key changes during glasnost

*rehabilitation of dissidents and political prisoners

*changes in the mass media during glasnost

*Gorbachev's foreign policy

- comprehension questions and questions for further discussion,

-exam-style questions (reading and listening)

- a variety of vocabulary exercises (word formation, word search, translation, synonyms)

The texts can also be used to practise translation and listening skills.

All texts and exercises are developed in line with Edexcel GCE Russian specification for the level of vocabulary and grammar required at that level.

The worksheet is also appropriate for anyone learning Russian towards B1-B2 level and interested in expanding their general knowledge and vocabulary on the history of the late USSR, reforms and its disintegration.