russia is a country
colorado is a state
Explanation:
There are a lot of differences between Russia and Colorado.
1. Size (Russia is a lot bigger)
2. Status (Russia is a country, Colorado is a state)
3. Geographical Location (Russia is in Asia and Europe, Colorado is in North America)
4. There is more, but these are the three main ones.
Latin became the preferred language in Europe.
Roman literature was studied across Europe.
Silk clothing became the preferred garment.