43 Questions
What was the main reason for awarding the 2012 Nobel Peace Prize to the European Union?
For its efforts in promoting democracy and human rights in Eastern Europe.
Which historical event was highlighted by the Nobel Committee in reference to the EU's efforts in reconciliation?
The division between East and West
Among the nominations for the 2012 Nobel Peace Prize, what proportion were individual nominees?
Around 50%
Which of the following countries did the EU NOT contribute to the introduction of democracy according to the text?
Italy
How many wars did Germany and France fight over a seventy-year period according to the text?
Three
What was highlighted as a key achievement of the EU in relation to historical enemies becoming close partners?
'Building up mutual confidence'
Who was the chair of the Norwegian Nobel Committee in 2012?
Thorbjrn Jagland
Which country's President referred to the European Union as the 'biggest peacemaker in history' after the Nobel Peace Prize announcement in 2012?
Belgium
Who described the European Union as 'an example for the world of peaceful dialogue and conflict prevention' after the Nobel Peace Prize announcement in 2012?
Former President Valry Giscard d'Estaing
Which country's Chancellor referred to the European Union as 'the most successful project for peace in history' after the Nobel Peace Prize announcement in 2012?
Germany
Who said that the European Union is 'a unique project of peace and freedom' after the Nobel Peace Prize announcement in 2012?
President of Germany, Joachim Gauck
Which former Chancellor called the award 'a wise and far-sighted decision' confirming the European peace project after the Nobel Peace Prize announcement in 2012?
Helmut Kohl
'The EU serves as a beacon for democracy and reconciliation' was stated by which European official after the Nobel Peace Prize announcement in 2012?
Martin Schulz
According to the statements, which country expressed hope that the EU award would motivate further enlargement?
Albania
Which of the following countries did NOT explicitly congratulate or praise the EU for receiving the Nobel Peace Prize?
Serbia
Which organization stated that the EU has contributed to the advancement of freedom, democracy, and human rights across the continent and beyond?
NATO
According to the statements, which country expressed pride and motivation to continue reforms in order to become an EU member?
Kosovo
Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the information provided?
The Prime Minister of Poland said the Nobel Prize signifies European integration guarantees peace in the region.
Which country's statement suggested that its membership perspective contributed to the EU receiving the Nobel Peace Prize?
Turkey
According to the Secretary-General of the United Nations, Ban Ki-moon, what did he call the Nobel Peace Prize award for the EU?
A richly-deserved recognition of its accomplishments and importance
Which statement about the EU receiving the Nobel Peace Prize is NOT supported by the information provided?
The President of Poland said the prize was a testament to the EU's commitment to human rights and democracy.
According to the information, which country's leader said the Nobel Peace Prize honored the EU's efforts to unite European countries despite their differences?
Montenegro
Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the information provided?
The President of Bosnia and Herzegovina said the award should encourage further EU enlargement.
Which country's Prime Minister stated that the EU has been a 'peace project' from the beginning?
Denmark
Which country's Prime Minister referred to the EU as a 'stimulus for the further consolidation of Europe's political, economic and monetary union'?
Spain
Which country's President stated that 'to award a bureaucratic institution is an 'empty' prize'?
Czech Republic
Which country's Prime Minister spoke about the need for 'advanced social cohesion' to avoid the rise of 'right-extremists' in the European Union?
Greece
Which country's President stated that the EU prize was 'great and pioneering news for Europe', and that 'we have always considered the united Europe as a peace project'?
Austria
Which country's Prime Minister said that 'the EU must always strive to preserve and strengthen those achievements for the future'?
United Kingdom
Which country's Prime Minister referred to the EU as a 'model for others'?
Luxembourg
Which country's Prime Minister said the EU award was 'excellent news'?
Spain
Which country's Prime Minister stated that the EU represented the 'peaceful coexistence of previously hostile countries'?
Hungary
Which country's leader referred to the EU as a 'peace process'?
Ireland
Which of the following groups was most critical of the Nobel Peace Prize being awarded to the European Union?
The far-right and far-left
What was the main reason given by Nigel Farage for why the Nobel Peace Prize award to the EU was inappropriate?
The EU has not prevented conflicts, as claimed by the Nobel Committee.
Which of the following best describes the overall public reaction to the EU being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, according to the text?
Mostly positive, with the exception of sections of the British media.
Which Nobel Peace Prize laureates publicly opposed the awarding of the prize to the European Union?
Desmond Tutu, Mairead Maguire, and Adolfo Prez Esquivel
What was the main reason given by the Nobel Peace Prize winners who opposed the award to the EU?
The EU is not a true peace organization, as it is based on military force and waging wars.
Which EU leaders attended the Nobel Peace Prize award ceremony?
Franois Hollande and Angela Merkel
Who accepted the Nobel Peace Prize on behalf of the European Union?
The President of the European Council, President of the European Commission, and President of the European Parliament.
What did the director of the Norwegian Nobel Institute, Geir Lundestad, say about the public reaction to the EU winning the Nobel Peace Prize in Norway?
The reaction was more positive than he had expected.
What was the main reason given by the International Peace Bureau and other signatories for opposing the award of the Nobel Peace Prize to the EU?
The Norwegian Nobel Committee has redefined and reshaped the prize in a way that is not in accordance with the law.
What was the Wall Street Journal's reaction to the European Union being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize?
They described the award as "an inspired decision" and "a reminder there is more to the EU than the euro and that its achievements over 60 years have been remarkable."
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