The Unified State Exam (EGE) in Russian language, held on May 30th across Russia, has sparked controversy due to its perceived difficulty. In Moscow alone, more than 70,000 graduates participated in the exam.

Many students expressed shock and disappointment with the complexity of the tasks. Their reactions, shared in online forums, revealed negative impressions of the exam experience.

The comments sections reflected a divide, with some older individuals agreeing with the graduates’ assessment of the exam’s difficulty. Others, however, criticized the graduates, potentially suggesting a difference in perspectives regarding the exam’s appropriateness.