European Union Pros and Cons

What is the European Union?

• A political party

• A trading bloc

• A religious organization

• A sports league

How many member states are currently in the European Union?

• 10

• 20

• 28

• 50

What is the main benefit of being a member of the European Union?

• Access to free healthcare

• Unrestricted trade among member countries

• Lower taxes

• Exclusive travel discounts

Which country is not currently a member of the European Union?

• Germany

• France

• United Kingdom

• Spain

What is the European single market?

• A market for buying and selling single items

• A market for trading single currency

• A market for single-use products

• A market for unrestricted trade among EU countries

What is the role of the European Parliament?

• To make laws for individual EU countries

• To negotiate trade deals with non-EU countries

• To provide feedback on EU policies

• To oversee the European Central Bank

What was the main issue with the euro currency during the global financial crisis?

• It became too strong

• It became too weak

• It caused inflation

• Some countries couldn't pay their government debt

What is one criticism of the European Union?

• Too much power given to national governments

• Lack of economic integration

• Lack of immigration policies

• Lack of cultural diversity

What is one reason for the rise of euroscepticism?

• Xenophobic anti-immigrant rhetoric

• Lack of economic benefits for everyday life

• Lack of political representation

• Fear of losing jobs and welfare

What is the future of the European Union?

• Expansion and centralization of power

• Refocusing efforts around the single market

• Dissolution and disbandment

• No hope for reform