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The video discusses the Lisbon Treaty and Ireland's unique position as the only EU member to hold a referendum on it. The 'no' campaign in Ireland was more effective due to fears of higher taxes, dissatisfaction among farmers, and poor communication from political leaders. The referendum's outcome halted a process affecting 495 million Europeans. Despite the setback, the European Commission insists on continuing ratification elsewhere. Ireland and its EU partners must now devise a plan to address the crisis and move forward.

What was a key reason for the effectiveness of the 'no' campaign in Ireland regarding the Lisbon Treaty?

• Support from the European Commission

• Fear of higher taxes and dissatisfaction among farmers

• Clear understanding of the treaty by the public

• Strong backing from the Irish government

How many Europeans were affected by the process halted by the Irish referendum?

• 495 million

• 26 million

• 100 million

• 2 million

What was the primary aim of the Lisbon Treaty signed in October?

• To dissolve the European Union

• To create a new currency for the EU

• To adapt the EU's institutions after enlargement

• To increase taxes across the EU

What stance did the Irish government take after the referendum result?

• They decided to submit the same text again

• They refused to submit the same text twice

• They immediately ratified the treaty

• They left the European Union

What was the European Commission's response to the Irish referendum result?

• To ignore the referendum result

• To impose sanctions on Ireland

• To continue the ratification process elsewhere

• To halt the ratification process entirely