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3. Unit Overview
The two chapters in this unit introduce you to the geography, culture, and history of Russia and its neighbors. The following are characteristics of the region: 
physical features that have a historical and economic impact 
recent changes that have dramatically altered political and economic life 
distinctive, rich cultural traditions 
environmental problems due to development
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8. Read the report on pages 378–379 of your textbook and answer the following questions. 
Making Inferences Why might younger Russians find it easier than older Russians to learn to rely on themselves? 
Younger Russians have not lived for as many years (or maybe not at all) under a totalitarian regime that told them where to work, provided housing, and took care of their health care and other needs.
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2. Compare and Contrast Suppose all the states in the United States became independent nations. How might that situation be like–and unlike–what happened to the Soviet Union? 
Like: Each state would have its own government, laws, army, taxes, currency. Unlike: American states have a number of things in common, such as a common language and a democratic government.
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1. Finding the Main Idea How does Fedotova’s story illustrate the main point of this article? 
While today’s Russia has many problems, people no longer live under a totalitarian government that steals their freedom and ultimately their lives.
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2. Contrasting Elected leaders are less likely than dictators to arrest and imprison people without cause. Why do you think this is so? 
If word gets around that these officials are mistreating people, they will not be re-elected.
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1. Explaining Why might a stronger Russian economy lead to better health? 
Possible answers: Health care will be better because of better training and facilities; people will eat better and therefore be healthier; people who can work and support their families are less likely to abuse alcohol.
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2. Problem Solving What could the United States do to help Russians learn to put “democracy in their hearts”? 
Possible answers: Show Russians that citizens’ participation in government is good for individuals and the country as a whole; teach them that with rights come responsibilities.
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