Understanding the Russo-Ukrainian Conflict

What event marked the beginning of the Russo-Ukrainian War?

• The signing of the Minsk agreements

• The election of Viktor Yanukovych

• The annexation of Crimea by Russia

• The fall of the Soviet Union

Why is Crimea strategically important to Russia?

• It is a major agricultural hub

• It provides access to the Black Sea and military bases

• It is a cultural center for Russian heritage

• It has a large Russian-speaking population

What was the main cause of the Euromaidan protests?

• The election of Volodymyr Zelenskiy

• Ukraine's decision to join NATO

• The rejection of an EU integration deal

• The annexation of Crimea

Which Ukrainian president was removed from office during the Euromaidan protests?

• Leonid Kuchma

• Viktor Yanukovych

• Petro Poroshenko

• Volodymyr Zelenskiy

What was the outcome of the Crimean referendum in 2014?

• Crimea voted to remain part of Ukraine

• The referendum was canceled

• Crimea voted to join Russia

• Crimea voted for independence

What was the international community's response to the annexation of Crimea?

• Military intervention

• Economic sanctions and diplomatic condemnation

• Support for Russian actions

• Complete isolation of Russia

What was the main reason for Russia's interest in keeping Ukraine politically close?

• To maintain its sphere of influence and security space

• To increase tourism

• To expand its agricultural exports

• To promote cultural exchanges

What was the impact of the conflict in Eastern Ukraine by 2014?

• It was resolved peacefully

• It resulted in a complete Russian withdrawal

• It became a frozen conflict with ongoing violence

• It led to Ukraine joining NATO

What was the purpose of the Minsk agreements?

• To establish a ceasefire and peace process in Eastern Ukraine

• To annex Crimea

• To integrate Ukraine into the EU

• To remove sanctions on Russia

What initiative did Zelenskiy start in 2021 regarding Crimea?

• The Crimean platform to retake Crimea

• A new trade agreement with Russia

• A military alliance with NATO

• A cultural exchange program