Y9 EU Quiz

How many countries were member states of the European Union by 2014?

• 15

• 25

• 26

• 28

What is one purpose of the European Union?

• To develop a common language between countries

• To prevent trading between countries in the European Union

• To allow the creation of the Eurovision song contest

• To set goals and targets for looking after the environment

What goal have the EU set to combat climate change?

• Increase the use of non-renewable energy by 2020

• Completely phase out the use of non-renewable energy by 2020

• Increase the number of 'cycle cities' in Europe

• Cut energy use by 20 per cent by 2020

How have transport links in the UK been improved?

• The rise of budget airlines

• The introduction of the Euro

• Better internet links

• Increased number of trains from Europe

How many time zones does the EU cover

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 5

What must a member of the European Union have?

• A deep water port for trade

• A Eurovision song entry

• A unique language

• A democratic government

How is the European Union funded?

• Import taxes, VAT and a percentage of each country's GNI

• Sales of goods within the EU

• Council tax paid by EU citizens

• An annual subscription fee

Which is at present NOT a member of the EU?

• United Kingdom

• Germany

• Norway

• France

What is a main reason why countries use a common currency?

• To make it easier to trade with each other

• So people don't get confused over which coin to use

• So that other countries will feel left out

• To promote even economic development

What is a disadvantage of being in the Eurozone?

• Banks are owned by other countries

• Loss of identity

• Eurovision

• Reduction in price differences between countries