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WorksheetsEuropean Union
Total questions: 23
Worksheet time: 9mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
The French leader that dreamed of a union of European countries working together was:
a)
Adolf Hitler
b)
Robert Schuman
c)
Winston Churchill
d)
Benito Mussolini
2.
Which currency is used in at least countries in Europe?
a)
franc
b)
dollar
c)
euro
d)
pound
3.
Which of the following European countries does not use the Euro?
a)
Great Britain
b)
Spain
c)
France
d)
Germany
4.
Which of the following European countries does not belong to the European Union?
a)
Russia
b)
Germany
c)
Italy
d)
Sweden
5.
This term is defined as a tax that is paid on imports and exports -
a)
tariff
b)
currency
c)
sovereign
d)
euro
6.
What is one of the benefits of using a single currency in many EU countries?
a)
It allows countries to maintain control of their own affairs
b)
It helps prevent member countries from going into heavy debt
c)
It allows people, money, and goods to move freely from country to country
d)
It helps create an open market in which goods can be traded using a tariff
7.
Which of the following European countries was an original member country - (part of the European Coal and Steel Community in 1952)
a)
Norway
b)
Serbia
c)
France
d)
Ireland
8.
The common market that was formed in 1952 to enhance the steel and coal industries in six European nations
a)
European Coal and Steel Community
b)
European Union
c)
European Economic Community
d)
Euro
9.
An international organization in which 28 European countries (and growing) work together on shared issues
a)
European Economic Community
b)
European Coal and Steel Community
c)
European Union
d)
Soviet Union
10.
Which of the following European countries are a candidate for membership in the European Union?
a)
Turkey
b)
Portugal
c)
Luxembourg
d)
Austria
11.
Why was the European Union formed?
a)
to treat countries as one nation
b)
to unite Europe economically
c)
to control how farmers and other primary workers get paid
d)
to give workers equal wages
12.
The cuisine of any European country is largely determined by its:
a)
landforms and climate
b)
seaports and villages
c)
economy and railroads
d)
imports and exports
13.
Which of the following is one reason many people migrate to Europe?
a)
to escape conflicts in their countries of origin
b)
to purchase homes of their own
c)
to have safe drinking water for their families
d)
to sell goods from back home
14.
Which statement is true about eastern European countries today?
a)
Many want to join the European Union.
b)
Their state-controlled economy and businesses continue.
c)
Their unemployment rates are very low.
d)
Many have returned to communism as democracy has not worked for them.
15.
Which of the following is a requirement for membership in the European Union?
a)
The country must use the Euro.
b)
The country must be controlled by a powerful government body that has authority over all of the nation.
c)
The country must charge fair tariffs on most imports and exports.
d)
The country must have a stable democracy that respects human rights.
16.
What is one advantage when countries share the same currency?
a)
Visitors and business people can travel without paying airport taxes or luggage fees.
b)
Countries can raise taxes on foreigners without hurting their own citizens.
c)
Countries can give up control of their own economies to the most powerful country.
d)
Visitors and businesses people can go from country to country using the same money.
17.
Where are most non-member (EU) countries located?
a)
Eastern Europe
b)
Southern Europe
c)
Northern Europe
d)
Western Europe
18.
What happens when a Zayn Malik (a British citizen) is traveling in Spain wants to buy souvenirs and food?
a)
He can use British currency to make the purchase.
b)
He must convert British currency to euros.
c)
He cannot make a purchase because of his currency difference.
d)
He must pay high tariffs on his purchases.
19.
Which organization founded in the 1990's is considered the largest economy in the world?
a)
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
b)
European Union
c)
European Economic Community
d)
Common Market
20.
Potatoes, roasted meats, and other hearty foods are often eaten by people who live where?
a)
in cool climates
b)
in dry climates
c)
in hot climates
d)
in wet climates
21.
What word refers to a regional variety of a particular language?
a)
dialect
b)
simile
22.
In what location do olives, tomatoes, and garlic play a key role in cooking traditions?
a)
Great Britain
b)
Scandinavian countries
c)
Eastern Europe
d)
Mediterranean countries
23.
Why is fish an important part of the cuisine of certain European countries?
a)
The countries are located near bodies of water where fishing takes place.
b)
Fish contains vitamins and minerals.
c)
The countries import different types of fish from around the world.
d)
Fish is inexpensive.
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