Question

In spite of the isolation and harsh climate, Russians ventured over the Urals into Siberia in search of

A) trade routes to China.
B) access to the Pacific.
C) gold and silver.
D) furs.
E) timber.

Answer 1

"furs,"

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Answer 2

In spite of the isolation and harsh climate, Russians ventured over the Urals into Siberia in search of "furs," since this same harsh climate made demand for such furs very high.