Migration Crisis and Border Control in Germany Quiz

When did Germany become a destination for hundreds of thousands of refugees escaping Russia?

• 1600s

• 1800s

• 1920s

• 1950s

What was the main reason for the large influx of asylum seekers in Germany in 2015?

• Economic opportunities

• Political stability

• Conflicts in Syria, Iraq, and Afghanistan

• Educational opportunities

Which country accused Austria of undermining the Schengen Agreement due to strict border controls?

• Hungary

• Sweden

• Greece

• Turkey

Which agreement aimed at curbing refugee flows faced criticism for its ethical implications?

• Germany-Sweden Agreement

• EU-Turkey Agreement

• Austria-Hungary Agreement

• Germany-Italy Agreement

When did Germany face a migration crisis and open its borders to over a million refugees?

• 1992

• 2008

• 2015

• 2020

What was the conclusion of the EU project following the developments in 2015?

• Increase support for far-right political groups

• Enact restrictive measures to discourage migrants and refugees

• Open borders for all migrants

• Distribute migrants equally among member states

What has been the consequence of the closure of borders into the EU?

• Decreased political power of far-right political groups

• Increased casualties and deaths of migrants

• Improved safety and rights of refugees

• Decreased xenophobia and violence toward migrants

How many people have died since 2014 on migration routes crossing the Sahara to the EU?

• 2,345

• 4,567

• 6,049

• 8,912

What is one of the negative incentives proposed to force migration cooperation?

• Increased trade agreements

• Easier visa access

• Decreased aid

• Limited border control

Which country did the EU start discussions with to deploy officers from Frontex for migration control?

• Germany

• Sweden

• Senegal

• Mauritania