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What is the primary function of the European Commission?
What is the primary function of the European Commission?
Which body is responsible for approving laws in conjunction with the European Parliament?
Which body is responsible for approving laws in conjunction with the European Parliament?
What is the main concern of the DUP regarding Northern Ireland's status?
What is the main concern of the DUP regarding Northern Ireland's status?
How does the European Parliament serve the citizens of the EU?
How does the European Parliament serve the citizens of the EU?
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What is the role of the European Council?
What is the role of the European Council?
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What is the main limitation of the European Parliament's (EP) involvement in CFSP and AFSJ decision-making?
What is the main limitation of the European Parliament's (EP) involvement in CFSP and AFSJ decision-making?
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What was a key objective of the Congress of Europe in The Hague in 1948?
What was a key objective of the Congress of Europe in The Hague in 1948?
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Which body is primarily responsible for key decisions in CFSP?
Which body is primarily responsible for key decisions in CFSP?
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What significant event did the Berlin Blockade in 1948 lead to?
What significant event did the Berlin Blockade in 1948 lead to?
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What type of EU law requires member states to achieve binding goals but allows them to decide how to implement them?
What type of EU law requires member states to achieve binding goals but allows them to decide how to implement them?
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What is the main feature of the Open Method of Cooperation (OMC)?
What is the main feature of the Open Method of Cooperation (OMC)?
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Which organization was established by the Treaty of Brussels in 1948?
Which organization was established by the Treaty of Brussels in 1948?
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How many national parliaments can collectively block a Commission proposal based on the principle of subsidiarity?
How many national parliaments can collectively block a Commission proposal based on the principle of subsidiarity?
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What was one of the outcomes of the Statute of the Council of Europe signed in 1949?
What was one of the outcomes of the Statute of the Council of Europe signed in 1949?
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What significant impact did the Congress of Europe have on public opinion?
What significant impact did the Congress of Europe have on public opinion?
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What does permissive consensus in the context of EU integration refer to?
What does permissive consensus in the context of EU integration refer to?
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What was the primary aim of NATO when it was formed in 1949?
What was the primary aim of NATO when it was formed in 1949?
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What type of EU legislation is considered non-binding but carries political weight?
What type of EU legislation is considered non-binding but carries political weight?
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Which nation was NOT a signatory of the Treaty of Brussels?
Which nation was NOT a signatory of the Treaty of Brussels?
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What was introduced by the Maastricht Treaty in relation to EU governance?
What was introduced by the Maastricht Treaty in relation to EU governance?
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What message did Winston Churchill convey after the Congress of Europe?
What message did Winston Churchill convey after the Congress of Europe?
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What must a withdrawing EU member state do first according to Article 50?
What must a withdrawing EU member state do first according to Article 50?
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What happens if a withdrawal agreement is not reached within the two-year deadline?
What happens if a withdrawal agreement is not reached within the two-year deadline?
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How can a state that has withdrawn from the EU rejoin the Union?
How can a state that has withdrawn from the EU rejoin the Union?
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During the withdrawal negotiations, what is the status of the withdrawing state's participation in EU decisions?
During the withdrawal negotiations, what is the status of the withdrawing state's participation in EU decisions?
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What is a requirement for a withdrawal agreement to become effective?
What is a requirement for a withdrawal agreement to become effective?
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Which individual was the chief negotiator for the EU during the UK withdrawal process?
Which individual was the chief negotiator for the EU during the UK withdrawal process?
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What significant feature does the UK have compared to other EU member states when moving within the EU?
What significant feature does the UK have compared to other EU member states when moving within the EU?
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What was the nature of the intergovernmental conference held during the UK withdrawal negotiations?
What was the nature of the intergovernmental conference held during the UK withdrawal negotiations?
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What must occur if a member state's environmental law conflicts with EU environmental regulations?
What must occur if a member state's environmental law conflicts with EU environmental regulations?
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What principle was introduced by the Cassis de Dijon case regarding product acceptance?
What principle was introduced by the Cassis de Dijon case regarding product acceptance?
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What event marked the beginning of the establishment of the euro?
What event marked the beginning of the establishment of the euro?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the three stages of the Economic and Monetary Union (EMU)?
Which of the following is NOT one of the three stages of the Economic and Monetary Union (EMU)?
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What was the purpose of the Maastricht Convergence Criteria?
What was the purpose of the Maastricht Convergence Criteria?
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What does the Stability and Growth Pact aim to ensure among member states after Euro adoption?
What does the Stability and Growth Pact aim to ensure among member states after Euro adoption?
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Which of the following statements is true regarding the excessive deficit procedure (EDP)?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the excessive deficit procedure (EDP)?
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What concern did Germany have regarding the Euro's impact on currency strength?
What concern did Germany have regarding the Euro's impact on currency strength?
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Which political group in the European Parliament is described as center-right and eurosceptic?
Which political group in the European Parliament is described as center-right and eurosceptic?
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What is the primary function of the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU)?
What is the primary function of the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU)?
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How many judges are there on the Court of Justice of the European Union, and what is their appointment term?
How many judges are there on the Court of Justice of the European Union, and what is their appointment term?
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What does 'acquis communautaire' refer to in the context of the European Union?
What does 'acquis communautaire' refer to in the context of the European Union?
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Which institution manages the euro and monetary policy within the EU?
Which institution manages the euro and monetary policy within the EU?
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Which political group is defined as left-wing and socialist within the European Parliament?
Which political group is defined as left-wing and socialist within the European Parliament?
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Which statement accurately describes the relationship between primary and secondary EU law?
Which statement accurately describes the relationship between primary and secondary EU law?
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What is a notable case handled by the Court of Justice of the European Union that has contributed to EU integration?
What is a notable case handled by the Court of Justice of the European Union that has contributed to EU integration?
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Study Notes
European Integration History
- Victor Hugo envisioned seamless travel across Europe, symbolizing unity.
- The United States served as a model for federalism—individual states cooperating under a national government.
- European nations sought continental power through collective strength.
Pan-Europa Movement
- The Pan-European Movement (1923) was founded after WWI to advocate for a united Europe, preventing further conflict.
- The movement emphasized cooperation among democracies.
Winston Churchill's Advocacy
- During WWII, Churchill advocated for European integration, particularly to prevent conflict between major powers.
- He emphasized the need for a united Europe.
Functionalism
- David Mitrany proposed functionalism – cooperation in areas like trade and technology to foster political unity.
- Practical collaboration in specific areas (like trade, infrastructure) would build trust.
Post-WWII Developments
- 1946: Churchill's speech advocating for a "United States of Europe."
- 1947: Treaty of Dunkirk – alliance between France and Britain to defend against external threats.
- 1948: Organization for European Economic Cooperation (OEEC) established – facilitating Marshall Plan aid distribution across Europe, promoting cooperation.
- 1948: Congress of Europe, chaired by Churchill – advocating federalism and European unity.
Founding the European Communities
- 1950: Schuman Declaration – proposing pooling coal and steel production under a supranational authority to foster peace.
- 1951: Treaty of Paris – European Coal and Steel Community (ECSC).
- 1957: Treaty of Rome – European Economic Community (EEC) and European Atomic Energy Community (Euratom) established.
Years of Crisis
- 1963: Elysée Treaty – Franco-German treaty, emphasizing reconciliation and cooperation.
- 1965–1966: Empty Chair Crisis.
- Additional developments related to Treaties (e.g., 1953 Statute of the Council of Europe, etc…) .
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Test your knowledge on the history of European integration, from Victor Hugo's vision of unity to Winston Churchill's advocacy during WWII. Explore key movements like the Pan-Europa Movement and the concept of functionalism proposed by David Mitrany. This quiz will help you understand the evolution of cooperation in Europe post-WWII.
