Impact of Russia's Invasion of Ukraine

What was the initial military strategy of Russia in its invasion of Ukraine?

• A lightning assault along main highways

• Aerial bombardment of major cities

• A naval blockade of Ukrainian ports

• A slow and deliberate advance in the east

Which source is considered relatively reliable for reporting Russia's military losses?

• Oryx open source intelligence site

• U.S. Intelligence

• Russian Ministry of Defense

• United Nations

What percentage of Russia's initial attacking force is estimated to have been lost?

• 20-25%

• 10-15%

• 40-45%

• 30-35%

What is one of the main targets of the economic sanctions imposed on Russia?

• Educational exchanges

• Agricultural exports

• Tourism industry

• Financial institutions

Which country has frozen plans for the Nord Stream II gas pipeline?

• United States

• United Kingdom

• Germany

• France

How many tech workers are estimated to have left Russia by late March?

• 80,000 to 100,000

• 50,000 to 70,000

• 30,000 to 40,000

• 10,000 to 20,000

What is a potential long-term impact of the brain drain on Russia's economy?

• Increased agricultural output

• Decreased technological innovation

• Improved international relations

• Higher military spending

What is the predicted economic shrinkage of Russia in 2022 according to generous estimates?

• 7%

• 5%

• 3%

• 10%

Which country might Russia become entirely dependent on due to economic sanctions?

• Brazil

• China

• South Africa

• India

What historical example is used to illustrate the cost of occupying Ukraine?

• The Chechen Wars

• The Korean War

• The Vietnam War

• The Gulf War