Understanding the European Union

What are the main institutions of the European Union?

• European Investment Bank

• European Commission, European Parliament, Council of the European Union, European Council, Court of Justice of the European Union

• European Economic Area

• European Central Bank

Explain the significance of the Treaty of Rome.

• The Treaty of Rome is significant for establishing the EEC and promoting European integration.

• The Treaty of Rome focused solely on military alliances.

• The Treaty of Rome established the United Nations.

• The Treaty of Rome ended World War II.

What year was the Maastricht Treaty signed?

• 1991

• 1989

• 1990

• 1995

Identify the role of the European Parliament in the EU.

• The European Parliament enforces EU laws directly.

• The European Parliament manages the military operations of the EU.

• The European Parliament represents EU citizens, participates in legislation, approves the budget, and oversees EU institutions.

• The European Parliament is responsible for foreign policy decisions.

What was the primary purpose of the Schengen Agreement?

• To regulate trade tariffs between Schengen countries.

• To abolish internal border controls and allow free movement of people.

• To create a military alliance among European nations.

• To establish a common currency for member countries.

Describe the historical context of the EU's formation.

• The EU was established to promote military alliances in Europe.

• The EU was created to support colonial expansion in Africa.

• The EU was formed to promote economic cooperation and prevent conflicts in post-World War II Europe.

• The EU was formed to increase national sovereignty among member states.

Which treaty established the European Union as we know it today?

• Treaty of Rome

• Maastricht Treaty

• Lisbon Treaty

• Treaty of Nice

What is the function of the European Commission?

• The European Commission proposes legislation and implements EU policies.

• The European Commission manages the EU budget.

• The European Commission enforces national laws in member states.

• The European Commission conducts foreign policy negotiations.

How has the EU expanded since its inception?

• The EU has expanded from 6 founding members in 1951 to 27 members as of 2023.

• The EU expanded from 15 founding members in 1995 to 25 members in 2004.

• The EU has always had 27 members since its formation in 1951.

• The EU started with 12 members in 1957 and has 30 members today.

What are the criteria for a country to join the EU?

• Geographical location criteria

• Cultural integration standards

• Economic stability requirements

• Copenhagen criteria