Zilair

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. Where is Zilair?Administrative center of Zilairsky District, Republic of Bashkortostan, Russia
2. What language do people speak in Zilair?Russian, Bashkir
3. What is the population (2010 census)?5,585
4. What is the historical landmark?Site of a 1921 Peasant Uprising Execution & Burial monument
5. Why is Zilair important?It is the administrative center where government offices, schools, and hospitals are located, helping people in the surrounding countryside.
6. What languages are spoken in Zilair?People in Zilair speak both Russian and Bashkir, reflecting the area’s history and culture.

Selo: A traditional Russian term for a rural settlement, typically larger than a village and often serving as a local administrative or economic center.
Republic of Bashkortostan: A federal subject of the Russian Federation, known for its significant Bashkir population and diverse cultural heritage.
Administrative Center: The principal town or city within a district or region, housing its governmental and administrative functions.
Peasant Uprising: A historical term referring to rebellions or revolts by rural populations, often driven by grievances related to land, taxation, or political oppression.