Getting acquainted with Russian traditions and the life of Russians

The main goal of the textbook is to introduce foreigners to Russian traditions and customs, the behavior of Russian people in different situations, the mentality of Russians, as well as to help students in practical mastery of the Russian language as a means of communication based on topics related to national cultural traditions and the life of Russians. . .The textbook contains 14 lessons with educational texts about Russian traditions, with tasks on vocabulary and grammar of the Russian language, on speech development and reading of artistic texts on topics that arouse the greatest interest among foreigners. . .The selection, content, and organization of the educational material are aimed at forming students' communicative, regional studies, and cultural studies competencies in the Russian language. . .It is intended for university students, translator institute students, Russian language course listeners, as well as anyone interested in Russian culture, traditions and customs, and the mentality of Russian people. .