- 1. The European Union (EU), a political and economic union of member states located primarily in Europe, was established to promote integration and cooperation among its members, many of which were once part of the European Economic Community (EEC). Formed in the aftermath of World War II, the EEC was created in 1957 with the aim of fostering economic collaboration and preventing conflict through shared interests, initially involving six founding countries: Belgium, Germany, France, Italy, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands. Over the decades, the EEC expanded as more countries recognized the benefits of economic solidarity and collective political strength, leading to the Maastricht Treaty in 1992, which formally transitioned the EEC into the European Union. This transformation was aimed at deepening political integration while also broadening the scope to include not just economic cooperation but also a common foreign and security policy, justice, and home affairs. Today, the EU consists of 27 member states, each contributing to a unique system of governance that includes various institutions such as the European Parliament, the European Commission, and the Council of the European Union. The EU has since played a crucial role in shaping policies on trade, human rights, environmental protection, and economic stability across Europe, reflecting the shared values and goals of its former EEC members, and continues to evolve in response to challenges such as globalization, migration, and geopolitical tensions.
When was the European Union (EU) officially formed?
A) 1993
B) 1973
C) 2001
D) 2010
- 2. Which of the following countries was not a founding member of the EU?
A) Germany
B) United Kingdom
C) Italy
D) France
- 3. Which currency is used by most EU member countries?
A) Yen
B) Euro
C) Dollar
D) Pound
- 4. Which city is home to the European Parliament?
A) Strasbourg
B) London
C) Paris
D) Brussels
- 5. What is the official motto of the European Union?
A) Peace and Prosperity
B) United in Diversity
C) One for All, All for One
D) Strength in Unity
- 6. What is the Schengen Area in the EU known for?
A) Trade agreements
B) Free movement of people
C) Common currency
D) Military alliance
- 7. Which EU institution is responsible for proposing legislation?
A) Court of Justice
B) European Council
C) European Parliament
D) European Commission
- 8. Who is considered the 'Father of Europe' for his role in promoting European integration?
A) Winston Churchill
B) Jean Monnet
C) Charles de Gaulle
D) Helmut Kohl
- 9. Which treaty established the European Economic Community (EEC) in 1957?
A) Treaty of Maastricht
B) Treaty of Rome
C) Schuman Declaration
D) Lisbon Treaty
- 10. What symbol represents the EU and its institutions?
A) Circle of stars
B) Olive branch
C) Crown
D) Sword and shield
- 11. Which EU institution represents the interests of member states' governments?
A) European Commission
B) European Council
C) European Parliament
D) Court of Justice
- 12. What is the primary purpose of the European Union?
A) Promote peace and economic cooperation
B) Standardize cultural practices
C) Create a single military force
D) Establish a common language
- 13. Which EU institution is responsible for interpreting EU laws and treaties?
A) European Council
B) European Commission
C) European Parliament
D) Court of Justice
- 14. Which country joined the EU most recently as of 2021?
A) Croatia
B) Estonia
C) Bulgaria
D) Romania
- 15. What is the term for the process of withdrawing from the European Union?
A) Spexit
B) Grexit
C) Brexit
D) Frexit
- 16. Which city is known as the administrative capital of the EU?
A) Paris
B) Berlin
C) Madrid
D) Brussels
- 17. Which treaty laid the foundations for economic and monetary union in the EU?
A) Treaty of Rome
B) Lisbon Treaty
C) Maastricht Treaty
D) Schuman Declaration
- 18. Which EU institution consists of representatives elected by EU citizens?
A) European Commission
B) European Council
C) European Parliament
D) Court of Justice
- 19. Which country voted against joining the EU in a 1972 referendum?
A) Iceland
B) Norway
C) Liechtenstein
D) Switzerland
- 20. Which city is known as the financial capital of the EU?
A) Frankfurt
B) Zurich
C) London
D) Milan
- 21. What is the term for the agreement that allows the free movement of goods among EU countries?
A) Tariff Elimination Deal
B) Customs Union
C) Open Borders Pact
D) Single Market
- 22. What is the current total number of member countries in the European Union?
A) 23
B) 30
C) 32
D) 27
- 23. Which city is known as the judicial capital of the EU?
A) Geneva
B) The Hague
C) Luxembourg
D) Vienna
- 24. When was the European Economic Community (EEC) founded?
A) 1973
B) 1957
C) 1945
D) 1991
- 25. What is the capital city of Hungary?
A) Budapest
B) Vienna
C) Prague
D) Warsaw
- 26. Which EU country is the largest by land area?
A) Germany
B) Spain
C) Italy
D) France
- 27. Which EU country has the highest population?
A) Spain
B) Germany
C) Italy
D) France
- 28. What year did the Euro banknotes and coins go into circulation?
A) 2002
B) 2010
C) 2005
D) 1999
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