The next steps for Catalonia

What was the reaction of the Spanish central government to the Catalonia independence referendum?

• They organized a counter-referendum.

• They reacted fiercely with police action.

• They ignored the referendum.

• They supported the referendum.

Why is the Catalonia independence issue particularly challenging to resolve?

• Because the Spanish government supports independence.

• Because there is no political interest in the issue.

• Because society in Catalonia is divided on independence.

• Because Catalonia has a single united force.

How does Spain's approach to Catalonia's independence differ from the UK's approach to Scotland?

• The UK does not allow any referendums.

• Spain has a written constitution that emphasizes unity.

• The UK has a written constitution that allows secession.

• Spain allows referendums freely.

What risk does the Spanish government's actions over the weekend pose?

• It could radicalize Catalonia.

• It might lead to Catalonia's immediate independence.

• It will end the independence movement.

• It will strengthen the Spanish economy.

What is the EU's stance on mediating the Catalonia issue?

• The EU is eager to mediate.

• The EU has the legal authority to mediate.

• The EU does not want to get involved.

• The EU supports Catalonia's independence.