Ukrainian War

Which of the following events supports the claim that "militarism" is a key cause of the Ukrainian War?

• Russia mobilized troops to the Ukraine border in response to political protests.

• The European Union offered Ukraine a special trade status if they joined NATO.

Which of the following events supports the claim that "nationalism" is a key cause of the Ukrainian War?

• Russia mobilized troops to the Ukraine border in response to political protests.

• Russia economically funded Russian Separatist groups living in the Donbass region

Which two events suggest "alliances" played a role in starting the Ukrainian War?

• Putin threated NATO not to recruit Ukraine claiming it could lead to war.

• The EU offered Ukraine political and financial support.

• Russia strategically fired missiles at key infrastructure within Ukraine.

Which two facts suggest "imperialism" may play a role in the Ukrainian War?

• NATO wanted to extend its global alliance into the previously Soviet controlled countries of Eastern Europe.

• Russia tried to use its Russian Separatist groups to preserve Russian influence in previously Soviet controlled countries.

• The United States wanted to develop a path to peace in the region and develop trade relations with both nations.

What can be inferred from the chart?

• Ukraine has developed an export economy.

• Ukraine relies on an import economy.

Which claim can be supported by the map?

• Ukraine has geopolitical significance because several pipelines travel through their borders.

• Ukraine should be allowed to choose its own governing destiny given its location.