Ukraine's Independence & Culture

When did Ukraine gain independence from the Soviet Union?

• September 11, 2001

• June 6, 1944

• August 24, 1991

• July 4, 1776

What is the significance of the Tryzub (trident) in Ukrainian culture?

• The Tryzub is a symbol of peace and tranquility in Ukrainian culture.

• The Tryzub represents agricultural prosperity in Ukrainian culture.

• The Tryzub symbolizes national identity and statehood in Ukrainian culture.

• The Tryzub symbolizes unity among Slavic nations.

Which historical event led to the establishment of the Ukrainian People's Republic in 1917?

• Russian Revolution and the collapse of the Russian Empire

• American Civil War and the Emancipation Proclamation

• French Revolution and the fall of the monarchy

• World War I and the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk

Name a famous Ukrainian writer known for his work 'Taras Bulba'.

• Nikolai Gogol

• Leo Tolstoy

• Fyodor Dostoevsky

• Anton Chekhov

What traditional dance is often performed at Ukrainian celebrations?

• Hopak

• Cossack Dance

• Salsa

• Polka

What colours are commonly associated with the Ukrainian flag?

• Red and white

• Green and black

• Blue and yellow

• Purple and orange

Who is considered a national hero in Ukraine for his role in the Orange Revolution?

• Viktor Yushchenko

• Yulia Tymoshenko

• Viktor Yanukovych

• Petro Poroshenko

What is the significance of the Ukrainian national anthem 'Shche ne vmerla Ukrainy'?

• It is a song about love and romance

• It symbolizes the resilience and spirit of the Ukrainian people

• It represents a call to war and aggression

• It has no particular significance in Ukrainian culture

Who is the prominent Ukrainian artist known for his paintings of Ukrainian landscapes and folklore?

• Pablo Picasso

• Leonardo da Vinci

• Taras Shevchenko

• Vincent van Gogh

What is the traditional Ukrainian dish made of grated potatoes and often served with sour cream?

• Varenyky

• Borscht

• Deruny

• Kutia