Understanding the Council of the European Union

What is the primary function of the Council of the European Union?

• To manage the EU's financial resources

• To represent the interests of EU citizens

• To oversee the European Central Bank

• To pass laws in various policy areas

How does the Council of the EU differ from the European Parliament?

• The Council is a judicial body, while the Parliament is legislative

• The Council represents member states' governments, while the Parliament represents EU citizens

• The Council is responsible for the EU budget, while the Parliament handles foreign policy

• The Council represents EU citizens, while the Parliament represents member states

Which of the following is NOT a role of the Council of the EU?

• Managing the European Central Bank

• Adopting the annual EU budget

• Developing the EU's Foreign and Security Policy

• Coordinating policies of member states

Who leads the Council of the EU, and how often does this leadership change?

• A permanent President elected by member states, every five years

• A rotating Presidency from a member state, every six months

• The European Parliament President, every two years

• The European Commission President, every year

What is one of the key responsibilities of the Presidency of the Council of the EU?

• To draft new EU treaties

• To set agendas for Council meetings

• To manage the EU's external borders

• To appoint EU Commissioners