Understanding Ukraine: The Problems Today and Some Historical Context

The video explores Ukraine's complex history, from the Crimean War to recent conflicts. It covers the Soviet era, demographic changes, and political turmoil, including the Orange Revolution. The narrative highlights the ongoing tension between Western Europe and Russia, emphasizing the historical context of Ukraine's geopolitical struggles.

What was one of the main causes of the Crimean War?

• The independence of Poland

• The unification of Germany

• The fear of Russian power expansion

• The expansion of the Ottoman Empire

What significant change did Khrushchev make regarding Crimea in 1954?

• He gave Crimea to Poland

• He annexed Crimea to the USSR

• He transferred Crimea from Russia to Ukraine

• He declared Crimea an independent state

What was the outcome of the 1991 referendum in Ukraine?

• Ukraine voted to join the European Union

• Ukraine voted for independence from Russia

• Ukraine voted to become a monarchy

• Ukraine voted to remain part of Russia

What was the Orange Revolution primarily about?

• A protest against environmental policies

• A movement to join NATO

• A response to election fraud and corruption

• A demand for economic reforms

What was a major consequence of Yushchenko's economic policies?

• Decreased unemployment

• Increased foreign investment

• Rising national debt

• Improved relations with Russia

What triggered the 2013 protests in Kiev?

• A military coup

• A decision to abandon an EU agreement

• A decision to strengthen ties with the EU

• A natural disaster

What was Russia's justification for marching into Crimea in 2014?

• To conduct military exercises

• To protect ethnic Russians and military installations

• To annex the entire Ukraine

• To establish a new government