European Union History Quiz

Which empire was known for being more pious than the Roman Empire?

• Ottoman Empire

• Holy Roman Empire

• Frankish Empire

• Byzantine Empire

What was the main purpose of the Schuman Declaration?

• To expand the European Union

• To establish a common currency

• To link coal and steel industries to prevent war

• To create a single European government

Which countries were the first to join the European Coal and Steel Community?

• Spain, Portugal, Greece

• France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg

• UK, Denmark, Ireland

• Poland, Hungary, Czech Republic

What significant treaty was signed in 1992 that led to the creation of the European Union?

• Schengen Agreement

• Lisbon Treaty

• Treaty of Rome

• Maastricht Treaty

What major event in 2008 posed a significant challenge to the European Union?

• The signing of the Schengen Agreement

• The financial crisis

• The fall of the Berlin Wall

• The introduction of the Euro