Will The EU Collapse After The UK Leaves? - Brexit Explained

The video explores the potential impacts of Brexit on the EU, focusing on economic and political aspects. It discusses the UK's significant contributions to the EU's economy and budget, and how its departure might affect the EU 27. While Brexit poses challenges, such as increased unemployment rates and budgetary issues, it also presents opportunities for faster growth without the UK's slower economy. Politically, Brexit sends a message to other EU nations, potentially encouraging further exits. However, the EU is expected to survive and adapt, possibly becoming more unified without the UK's skeptical stance.

What percentage of the EU's total GDP does the UK represent?

• 10%

• 25%

• 30%

• 16%

Which term is used to describe the EU after the UK leaves?

• EU 28

• EU 29

• EU 27

• EU 26

How does the UK's economic growth rate compare to the EU average?

• Unchanged

• Lower than the EU average

• Equal to the EU average

• Higher than the EU average

What is the expected change in GDP per capita for the EU 27 after Brexit?

• Decrease to $41,800

• Increase to $43,000

• Remain at $42,400

• Increase to $44,000

What is a potential risk for the EU if Brexit is seen as successful?

• Stronger EU currency

• Higher EU growth rates

• More countries leaving the EU

• Increased EU budget

Which countries are mentioned as having politicians advocating for leaving the EU?

• Spain and Portugal

• Germany and France

• Italy and Netherlands

• Both B and C

What is one argument for Brexit being beneficial to the EU?

• It will increase the EU's budget

• It will slow down the EU's progress

• It will unify the remaining EU nations

• It will decrease EU unemployment