City 40: The Secret Russian Town

What was the primary purpose of establishing City 40?

• To serve as a cultural center

• To house Soviet nuclear program information

• To create a tourist attraction

• To develop a new industrial hub

What was the main function of the Mayak plant when it was first established?

• Developing space technology

• Generating electricity

• Manufacturing plutonium bombs

• Producing commercial materials

What was a notable feature of life in Ozersk during the Cold War?

• Open access to outsiders

• Lack of surveillance

• Strict control and surveillance by Soviet secret police

• High levels of violent crime

What was the impact of the Kyshtym disaster on the surrounding region?

• It resulted in the construction of a new city

• It led to the evacuation of 11,000 people

• It caused a global economic crisis

• It improved the local environment

What was the Soviet government's response to radiation-related health issues in Ozersk?

• They evacuated the entire city

• They referred to it as a 'special disease'

• They acknowledged the radiation poisoning

• They provided immediate medical treatment

What was the original codename for Ozersk?

• City 40

• City 50

• City 30

• City 20

What was the relationship between Ozersk and the Hanford site in the U.S.?

• They were rival cities

• They were sister cities with shared plans

• They had no connection

• They were both tourist destinations

What was the legend of Alyoshenka about?

• A legendary air hockey player

• A famous scientist

• A mysterious humanoid creature

• A mythical lake monster

What was the final name given to City 40?

• Ozersk

• Chelyabinsk 65

• Lenin City

• Chelyabinsk 40

What was a significant challenge faced by Ozersk residents after its official recognition?

• Increased crime rates

• Loss of cultural identity

• Lack of access to education

• Difficulty in receiving government benefits