Merkel Faces Migration Challenge as EU Leaders Meet in Brussels

Merkel Faces Migration Challenge as EU Leaders Meet in Brussels

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The video discusses the critical nature of the summit for Angela Merkel, who faces domestic pressure due to her refugee policy. Merkel needs to balance a tough domestic stance with European solidarity. Brexit, once a priority, has slipped down the agenda due to unresolved issues, including Gibraltar, which Spain has highlighted. The summit aims to address these complex challenges.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main challenge Angela Merkel faces at the summit regarding migration?

Convincing other European leaders to accept more refugees

Improving Germany's economic relations with frontier states

Balancing domestic pressure with European solidarity

Reducing the number of refugees entering Germany

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which countries are considered frontier states in the context of European migration?

France, Portugal, and Belgium

Greece, Italy, and Spain

Germany, Austria, and Switzerland

Norway, Sweden, and Finland

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the tension Merkel needs to address at the summit?

Reducing Germany's carbon emissions

The need for a stronger military presence in Europe

Balancing a tough domestic message with European cooperation

Increasing trade agreements with non-EU countries

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why has Brexit become a lower priority at the summit?

There has been no progress on key issues

The EU is focusing on economic recovery

Other countries have resolved their issues with the UK

The UK has already left the EU

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What new issue has Spain brought to the forefront in the Brexit discussions?

The inclusion of Gibraltar in the negotiations

The status of Northern Ireland

The future of the EU's fishing policies

The rights of EU citizens in the UK