WONDER #2345: What Are Russian Nesting Dolls?

Question 1 of 3

Russian nesting dolls are also known as ________________.

1. Stacking
2. Counting dolls
3. Babushkas
4. Matryoshkas

Question 2 of 3

Which is the best evidence that Russian nesting dolls have influenced video games?

1. “Can you complete the matryoshka? It’s harder than it sounds!”
2. “A popular game called ‘Stacking’ challenges players to solve difficult puzzles as nesting dolls.”
3. “Various parts of the dolls change, including their facial expressions, clothing, and activities.”
4. “The largest set of matryoshka in history had 1,800 dolls!”

Question 3 of 3

What is the main idea of this Wonder?

1. Russian nesting dolls were popular toys for Russian children and have changed over time.
2. Japanese nesting dolls came before matryoshkas.
3. People should always buy Russian nesting dolls when they visit Russia.
4. Video games are one way Russian nesting dolls are used today.

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