Cyprus and the European Union

What makes Cyprus unique among EU member states?

• It was the first EU member to adopt the Euro.

• It has the largest population in the EU.

• It is geographically located in Asia.

• It is the only EU member with a monarchy.

Which empire controlled Cyprus from 1571 to 1878?

• The Roman Empire

• The Byzantine Empire

• The British Empire

• The Ottoman Empire

What was the primary goal of the Greek Cypriots' national liberation movement in 1955?

• To gain independence from British rule

• To establish a monarchy

• To become a part of Turkey

• To join the United Nations

What event in 1974 led to the division of Cyprus?

• A peace treaty

• A financial crisis

• A military coup and Turkish intervention

• A natural disaster

What percentage of Cyprus's exports go to EU countries?

• 34%

• 59%

• 22%

• 8%

Which political party currently backs the President of Cyprus?

• The Movement of Ecologists

• The Democratic Party

• The National Popular Front

• The Progressive Party of Working People

How many MEPs does Cyprus have in the European Parliament?

• 3

• 10

• 6

• 15

What role does Stella Kyriakides hold in the European Commission?

• European Commissioner for Trade

• European Commissioner for Health and Food Safety

• European Commissioner for Education

• European Commissioner for Finance

What is a significant issue complicating Cyprus's relationship with the EU?

• Its large population

• Its high GDP

• Its financial ties with Russia

• Its lack of natural resources

What is a major challenge in resolving the division of Cyprus?

• Lack of international recognition

• The EU's limited involvement

• The absence of a government

• The island's geographical isolation