How does the EU work?

What was the original name of the European Union before it became known as the EU in 1993?

• European Coalition

• European Federation

• European Alliance

• European Economic Community

How many founding countries started the European Economic Community in 1958?

• 10

• 6

• 4

• 8

Which city is the European Commission based in?

• Rome

• Paris

• Brussels

• Berlin

How often do Members of the European Parliament meet in Strasbourg?

• Bi-monthly

• 12 times per year

• 6 times per year

• Monthly

What is the main role of the European Commission?

• To fund laws

• To interpret laws

• To propose new laws

• To enforce laws

How many member states does the European Union have?

• 19

• 24

• 32

• 28

Which institution directly represents EU citizens?

• European Parliament

• European Commission

• European Council

• Council of the European Union

What is the main aim of the European Union according to the text?

• To ensure free trade

• To establish a European army

• To create a single currency

• To avoid war between neighboring countries

Where is the European Central Bank located?

• Frankfurt

• Luxembourg

• Strasbourg

• Brussels

How many EU member states form the eurozone?

• 28

• 19

• 15

• 24