Understanding the European Parliament

How many Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) are there?

• 800

• 650

• 705

• 750

Which of the following is NOT a location where the European Parliament is based?

• Berlin, Germany

• Luxembourg

• Strasbourg, France

• Brussels, Belgium

What is the primary legislative role of the European Parliament?

• To propose new laws

• To manage the process of passing EU laws with the Council of the EU

• To enforce EU laws

• To veto laws proposed by the European Commission

What power does the European Parliament have over the European Commission?

• It can dissolve the Commission at any time

• It can appoint the Commission members

• It can force the Commission to resign through a vote of no confidence

• It can directly control the Commission's budget

Who is responsible for overseeing the work and administration of the European Parliament?

• The European Commission

• The European Court of Justice

• The President of the European Parliament

• The Council of the European Union