VOICED: Personal and political motives along Ukraine's European border

The video discusses the aspirations of Western Ukrainians living near the Polish border. Many residents, like Bogdan, face economic challenges and hope for closer ties with the EU. The upcoming presidential elections see a preference for pro-European candidates like Yulia Timoshenko over Viktor Yanukovich, who favors Russia. Ivan, another resident, uses his earnings from Western Europe to open a cafe, reflecting the community's desire for European integration and better living conditions.

What is one of the main reasons Bogdan's wife works in Italy?

• To earn a higher salary

• To learn a new language

• To experience a different culture

• To escape the cold weather

Which candidate do most people in Western Ukraine support in the presidential elections?

• Volodymyr Zelensky

• Viktor Yanukovich

• Petro Poroshenko

• Yulia Timoshenko

Why is Viktor Yanukovich unpopular in Western Ukraine?

• He supports closer ties with Russia

• He is a newcomer in politics

• He is from a different region

• He has no political experience

What did Ivan do with the money he earned in Western Europe?

• Invested in a local business

• Opened a family café

• Traveled around the world

• Bought a new house

What do the residents of Western Ukraine hope to achieve by aligning more closely with Europe?

• Promote local cultural traditions

• Strengthen military alliances

• Increase tourism in the region

• Adopt European values and improve living standards