Ukraine's First War against Russia | Cossacks, Khmelnytsky Uprising, Zaporozhia #ProjectUkraine

The video explores Ukraine's history, focusing on the Cossacks' role in resisting foreign control and the impact of Russian expansion. It highlights the humanitarian efforts of Project Ukraine and the historical context of Ukraine's struggle for independence. The narrative covers the Cossacks' origins, culture, and governance, their rebellions and alliances, and the legacy of leaders like Kamelnitsky and Mazepa. The video concludes with the Russian suppression of Ukrainian culture and the ongoing struggle for independence.

What is the main goal of Project Ukraine?

• To create a documentary about Ukraine

• To provide humanitarian aid and share Ukrainian history

• To promote Ukrainian tourism

• To establish a new Ukrainian government

What was the primary role of the Cossacks in the wild fields?

• To build fortresses

• To act as a buffer against the Tatars

• To establish trade routes

• To serve as mercenaries for the Polish

How did the Cossacks govern themselves?

• With a council of elders

• Through a monarchy

• Using direct democracy

• Under military rule

What was a significant outcome of Kamelnitsky's leadership?

• The formation of the Cossack Hetmanate

• The alliance with the Ottoman Empire

• The defeat of the Russian Empire

• The establishment of a Cossack monarchy

What was a major criticism of Kamelnitsky's legacy?

• His lack of military success

• His failure to establish a stable government

• His acceptance of Russian influence

• His alliance with the Polish

What was the impact of the Treaty of Androsovo?

• It ended the Cossack Hetmanate

• It established Ukraine as an independent state

• It split Ukraine between Russia and Poland

• It united Ukraine under Polish rule

What was Ivan Mazepa's role in Ukrainian history?

• He led a rebellion against the Ottomans

• He was a Russian general

• He was a Cossack leader who switched allegiances

• He founded the city of Kiev

What was the Russian policy towards Ukrainian culture in the 18th century?

• Encouragement of Ukrainian independence

• Complete Russification and cultural suppression

• Integration of Ukrainian customs into Russian society

• Promotion of Ukrainian language and traditions

What was the significance of the Constitution of Pillip Orlick?

• It established a monarchy in Ukraine

• It was one of the first European constitutions

• It declared war on Russia

• It united the Cossacks with the Ottomans

How did the Russian Empire view the Cossacks by the late 18th century?

• As loyal allies

• As a threat to be eliminated

• As independent traders

• As cultural ambassadors