Ukrainian Traditions/Ukrainian Sayings & Proverbs
This Ukrainian proverb reminds us that no matter how much you boast, your actions matter most: "Don't say 'hop' until you've ___."
Jumped
Who was the first President of independent Ukraine?
Leonid Kravchuk
How many countries border Ukraine?
7
Who was the first President of the United States?
George Washington
What is the symbolic bird of the United States?
Bald Eagle
This famous Ukrainian proverb teaches patience and perseverance: "The water does not flow under a ___ stone."
Lying (Still) Stone
Since gaining independence in 1991, how many people have been elected President of Ukraine?
6
(Leonid Kravchuk, Leonid Kuchma, Viktor Yushchenko, Viktor Yanukovych, Petro Poroshenko, and Volodymyr Zelenskyy.)
Which Ukrainian city was the country's first capital during the Soviet period (1919-1934)?
Kharkiv
In which city did the United States declare independence?
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Which city is nicknamed "The Big Apple"?
New York City
During Christmas, Ukrainians often sing these traditional festive songs.
Kolyadky
Which iconic Ukrainian poet and artist is featured on the 100-hryvnia banknote?
Taras Shevchenko
Which city is known as the cultural capital of Ukraine and is famous for its historic old town?
Lviv
Which document begins with the words "We the People"?
The Constitution
Which state was the last to join the United States?
Hawaii
During Ivana Kupala Night, young women traditionally float these flower-decorated items on rivers to tell fortunes about marriage.
Wreaths (vinok/vinky)
What color fields are represented on the Ukrainian flag?
Blue sky and golden wheat fields
Name three Ukrainian cities that start with the letter K.
Kyiv, Kharkiv, Kropyvnytskyi, Kremenchuk, Kovel, Kolomyia, or Kalush.
Which U.S. president is known as the "Father of the Constitution"?
James Madison
Name three U.S. states that start with the letter O.
Hint: UFCU branches are located in two of them
Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon.
Before entering a new home, Ukrainians traditionally greet guests with bread and this seasoning as a symbol of hospitality.
Salt
What is the name of the traditional self-governing warrior community of Ukraine?
Cossacks
Which desert, one of the largest sandy areas in Europe, is located in southern Ukraine?
Oleshky Sands, Kherson region
Which president appears on the $1 bill?
George Washington
How many U.S. states start with the letter N?
8
(Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota)