European Council

How often does the European Council meet?

• Twice a year

• Every month

• Four times a year

• Once a year

• Every two years

Which of the following statements is true about the European Council?

• Is a legislative institution

• Negotiates and adopts laws

• Defines political direction

• Composed of national ministers

• Enforces EU law

Who is NOT a member of the European Council?

• Heads of state

• President of the Commission

• President of the European Council

• High Representative

• President of the Parliament

How is the President of the European Council elected?

• Unanimous vote

• Qualified majority vote

• By the European Parliament

• By EU citizens

• Simpe majority vote

The term length for the President of the European Council lasts for _____ years.

Which of the following is NOT an appointment made by the European Council?

• President of the Commission

• High Representative

• President of the Parliament

• President of the Central Bank

• President of the European Council

Who's the current president of the European Council?

• Christine Lagarde

• Donald Tusk

• Charles Michel

• António Costa

• David Maria Sassoli

Which treaty officially established the European Council as an EU institution?

• Treaty of Rome

• Treaty of Lisbon

• Treaty of Nice

• Single European Act

• Treaty of Maastricht

Which of the following is NOT a priority area in the 2024-2029 Strategic Agenda?

• Free and democratic Europe

• Sustainable and green Europe

• Digitalized and innovative Europe

• Prosperous and competitive Europe

• Strong and secure Europe

The General Secretariat of the Council assists the European Council and _____.

• The Council of the EU

• The Commission

• The European Parliament

• The Court of Auditors

• The Court of Justice of the EU