EU Institutions

What is the main legislative body of the European Union that represents the citizens of EU member states?

• European Commission

• European Parliament

• European Council

• Court of Justice of the European Union

Which EU institution is responsible for proposing new legislation?

• European Parliament

• European Commission

• European Central Bank

• Council of the European Union

Which EU institution consists of the heads of state or government of member countries?

• European Parliament

• European Council

• European Commission

• Council of the European Union

Which institution consists of government ministers and shares legislative power with the European Parliament?

• Council of the European Union

• European Commission

• European Court of Auditors

• European Central Bank

How many official languages are used in the European Parliament?

• 12

• 15

• 24

• 27

Which EU institution is directly elected by the citizens of EU member states?

• European Commission

• Council of the European Union

• European Parliament

• European Council

How often are elections held for the European Parliament?

• Every 3 years

• Every 4 years

• Every 5 years

• Every 6 years

How many members does the European Commission have (including the President)?

• 15

• 27

• 30

• 35

Which EU institution is responsible for the overall management of the EU budget?

• European Court of Auditors

• European Commission

• European Central Bank

• European Parliament

Which body sets the EU’s overall political direction and priorities but does not legislate?

• European Council

• European Parliament

• Council of the European Union

• European Commission