Women Nominated for EU’s Top Jobs

Women Nominated for EU’s Top Jobs

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The video discusses Christine Lagarde's appointment as the head of the European Central Bank, highlighting her support for Mario Draghi's policies and her political background, raising concerns about the ECB's potential politicization. It also covers Ursula von der Leyen's nomination as the head of the EU Commission, noting the political maneuvering involved and the challenges she faces due to her lack of participation in the European election.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the key aspects of Christine Lagarde's track record that might influence her role at the ECB?

Her background in environmental policy

Her support for Mario Draghi's monetary policies

Her experience in the technology sector

Her opposition to fiscal expansion

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant factor in Ursula von der Leyen's nomination as the head of the EU Commission?

Her extensive experience in the European Parliament

Her participation in the European election

Her German nationality and its implications for Angela Merkel

Her background in finance

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Angela Merkel abstain from the final vote on Ursula von der Leyen's nomination?

She was confident of the nomination's success

She wanted to avoid potential issues within her coalition

She disagreed with the nomination

She was absent from the session

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major concern regarding Ursula von der Leyen's appointment as the head of the EU Commission?

Her lack of experience in international relations

Her unfamiliarity outside of Germany

Her previous role in the European Central Bank

Her opposition to European integration

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the intended purpose of the European election in relation to the EU Commission job?

To elect a candidate with no political experience

To choose a candidate from a non-EU country

To select someone who participated in the election

To appoint a candidate with a strong financial background