History of the EU

Why was the EU founded?

• To create peace and co-operation in Europe

• To gain more economic and political power in the world

• To be a stronger union

• To allow people to work and travel freely

How many countries are in the EU?

• 32

• 92

• 27

• 17

Britain left the EU in

What countries want to join the EU?

• Ukraine

• Australia

• Switzerland

• Turkey

The member states became the European Union in

The European Economic Community ensured

• Everyone was well off

• Agricultural regulations

• Co-operation on the economy and transport

• The economy would benefit warfare

The founding countries of the EU are

• France and Italy

• Germany and Austria

• France and Germany

• Britain and Spain

Ireland joined the EU in

Draw the EU flag

Europe Day is celebrated on