Introduction
In this chapter you have read about the countries of Eastern Europe. Until the late 1980s or early 1990s the former Soviet Union controlled these countries. As part of their emphasis on production and heavy industry the Soviets neglected certain safety precautions. They also neglected environmental concerns. Some of the most polluted places in the world are located in the countries that formerly made up the Soviet Union. The country of Ukraine, site of the Chernobyl accident, was one of the republics that made up the Soviet Union.

Destination Title: Chernobyl Plus 15

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Directions
Start at the Chernobyl Plus 15 Web Site.

• Click on the box labeled Top 15 Chernobyl Questions at the top right of the screen.
• Read through the questions and answers.
• Use what you learn to answer the following questions.