How Did Brexit Happen? | History

When was the European Economic Community (EEC) established?

• 1945

• 1957

• 1973

• 1988

In what year did the United Kingdom officially join the European Economic Community (EEC)?

• 1957

• 1965

• 1973

• 1984

What was Margaret Thatcher's initial stance on the United Kingdom's membership in the European Economic Community (EEC) during the 1975 referendum?

• She strongly advocated for leaving the EEC.

• She was ambivalent but eventually voted to leave.

• She voted to remain in the EEC.

• She did not participate in the referendum.

Which of the following factors contributed to the increased calls for the UK to leave the EU in the 2000s?

• A strong economic boom across Europe.

• Decreased immigration and stable wages.

• Concerns about economic regulations and an influx of migrants.

• A desire for closer political integration with Europe.