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What is the minimum number of members required to form a political group in the European Parliament?
What is the minimum number of members required to form a political group in the European Parliament?
- 15 members from at least five EU countries
- A simple majority of the total members of the European Parliament
- 23 members from at least one quarter of the EU countries (correct)
- 50 members from at least half of the EU countries
If a member of the European Parliament is not affiliated with any political group, how are they classified?
If a member of the European Parliament is not affiliated with any political group, how are they classified?
- Independent Member
- Rotating Member
- Observer Member
- Non-attached Member (correct)
What is the primary function of the European Council?
What is the primary function of the European Council?
- To represent the governments of the EU countries
- To pass EU laws in conjunction with the European Parliament
- To set the EU’s main political priorities and overall policy direction (correct)
- To manage the day-to-day operations of the European Union
How often do the leaders of EU countries typically meet in the European Council?
How often do the leaders of EU countries typically meet in the European Council?
Who chairs the meetings of the European Council?
Who chairs the meetings of the European Council?
What is the Council of the European Union also known as?
What is the Council of the European Union also known as?
What is the primary age demographic targeted by the booklet?
What is the primary age demographic targeted by the booklet?
In the Council of the European Union, who represents the governments of the EU countries?
In the Council of the European Union, who represents the governments of the EU countries?
What is the main purpose of the booklet, according to the introduction?
What is the main purpose of the booklet, according to the introduction?
The booklet mentions that the EU is dealing with several big challenges. Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as one of these challenges?
The booklet mentions that the EU is dealing with several big challenges. Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as one of these challenges?
If the Council of the European Union is meeting to discuss issues related to air pollution, which ministers would attend?
If the Council of the European Union is meeting to discuss issues related to air pollution, which ministers would attend?
According to the booklet, what should be done if someone wants to reuse a photo that is not under EU copyright?
According to the booklet, what should be done if someone wants to reuse a photo that is not under EU copyright?
The booklet mentions that the EU was created in 1957, with an initial number of 6 countries. How many countries are members of the EU now?
The booklet mentions that the EU was created in 1957, with an initial number of 6 countries. How many countries are members of the EU now?
Besides the booklet, what additional resources are mentioned as tools for learning about the EU?
Besides the booklet, what additional resources are mentioned as tools for learning about the EU?
The booklet is structured into four chapters. Which of the following best describes the topics covered in these chapters?
The booklet is structured into four chapters. Which of the following best describes the topics covered in these chapters?
What is the Decision number that regulates the reuse policy of European Commission documents?
What is the Decision number that regulates the reuse policy of European Commission documents?
How does voting in national elections impact EU decision-making?
How does voting in national elections impact EU decision-making?
What role do national ministers play in EU decision-making?
What role do national ministers play in EU decision-making?
How does the European Parliament influence the choice of the President of the European Commission?
How does the European Parliament influence the choice of the President of the European Commission?
Besides voting, what other method can European citizens use to directly voice their opinions on EU policies?
Besides voting, what other method can European citizens use to directly voice their opinions on EU policies?
In what capacity does a country's head of state or government participate in EU affairs?
In what capacity does a country's head of state or government participate in EU affairs?
What is the purpose of European Parliament members working together in political groups?
What is the purpose of European Parliament members working together in political groups?
How do debates, both physical and online, allow citizens to influence the EU?
How do debates, both physical and online, allow citizens to influence the EU?
How does your vote in European Parliament elections directly shape EU institutions?
How does your vote in European Parliament elections directly shape EU institutions?
A young adult is seeking opportunities to enhance their skills and gain practical experience. Which initiative would be MOST suitable for them?
A young adult is seeking opportunities to enhance their skills and gain practical experience. Which initiative would be MOST suitable for them?
An individual is creating a CV to apply for jobs across Europe. Which tool offers a template specifically designed for this purpose?
An individual is creating a CV to apply for jobs across Europe. Which tool offers a template specifically designed for this purpose?
Since its establishment in 2013, what is the landmark achievement of the European Alliance for Apprenticeships?
Since its establishment in 2013, what is the landmark achievement of the European Alliance for Apprenticeships?
Which group primarily benefits from the European Child Guarantee program?
Which group primarily benefits from the European Child Guarantee program?
A university student wishes to study abroad with financial and organizational support. Which EU initiative should they explore?
A university student wishes to study abroad with financial and organizational support. Which EU initiative should they explore?
What is the primary objective of the Youth Guarantee scheme?
What is the primary objective of the Youth Guarantee scheme?
A qualified teacher is looking for opportunities to work in another European country. Which EU initiative could potentially support their mobility?
A qualified teacher is looking for opportunities to work in another European country. Which EU initiative could potentially support their mobility?
Since 2013, young people registering on youth guarantee schemes have been offered employment, continued education, apprenticeships, or traineeships. Approximately how many young people have been offered a place?
Since 2013, young people registering on youth guarantee schemes have been offered employment, continued education, apprenticeships, or traineeships. Approximately how many young people have been offered a place?
Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the EU's principle of freedom of movement?
Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the EU's principle of freedom of movement?
A software engineer from Bulgaria wants to work in the Netherlands. According to EU regulations, which of the following is most accurate?
A software engineer from Bulgaria wants to work in the Netherlands. According to EU regulations, which of the following is most accurate?
How many of the countries listed use the Euro as their currency?
How many of the countries listed use the Euro as their currency?
Which of the following is NOT a direct benefit of the EU's freedom of movement for EU citizens?
Which of the following is NOT a direct benefit of the EU's freedom of movement for EU citizens?
A Latvian citizen is looking for job opportunities in other EU countries. Which resource would be most helpful for them?
A Latvian citizen is looking for job opportunities in other EU countries. Which resource would be most helpful for them?
A Finnish entrepreneur wants to start a business in Estonia. How does the EU's freedom of movement facilitate this?
A Finnish entrepreneur wants to start a business in Estonia. How does the EU's freedom of movement facilitate this?
If a German citizen moves to Spain to work, which of the following is true regarding their employment rights?
If a German citizen moves to Spain to work, which of the following is true regarding their employment rights?
Which of the following countries is part of the EU but does NOT use the Euro as their currency?
Which of the following countries is part of the EU but does NOT use the Euro as their currency?
Why is the EU's Rapid Alert System important for consumers?
Why is the EU's Rapid Alert System important for consumers?
What is the primary purpose of EU laws regarding product labelling?
What is the primary purpose of EU laws regarding product labelling?
What happens if a product lacks proper labelling according to EU standards?
What happens if a product lacks proper labelling according to EU standards?
In the context of the provided energy label, what information does 'XYZ kWh/annum' likely represent?
In the context of the provided energy label, what information does 'XYZ kWh/annum' likely represent?
What are the benefits of European labels?
What are the benefits of European labels?
How do EU laws protect consumers when shopping?
How do EU laws protect consumers when shopping?
What is the most likely purpose of including a QR code on a product label, based on the context?
What is the most likely purpose of including a QR code on a product label, based on the context?
What can be inferred from the presence of specific energy-related information (like 'XYZ L' and 'XY dB') on the product label?
What can be inferred from the presence of specific energy-related information (like 'XYZ L' and 'XY dB') on the product label?
Flashcards
What is the EU?
What is the EU?
The European Union, often shortened to EU, is a political and economic alliance of 27 countries located primarily in Europe.
Learning Corner
Learning Corner
A website provided by the EU with learning materials in all official languages.
EU's Creation Year
EU's Creation Year
The year in which the EU was created.
EU's Relevance
EU's Relevance
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Climate Action
Climate Action
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Regional Stability
Regional Stability
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Digital Transformation
Digital Transformation
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COVID-19 Response
COVID-19 Response
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Political Group
Political Group
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23 MEPs
23 MEPs
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European Council
European Council
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Role of the European Council
Role of the European Council
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President of the European Council
President of the European Council
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European Council's Legislative Role
European Council's Legislative Role
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Council of the European Union
Council of the European Union
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Council's Function
Council's Function
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Euro Area Countries
Euro Area Countries
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Freedom of Movement
Freedom of Movement
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EU Study Opportunities
EU Study Opportunities
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MEP Role
MEP Role
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EU Work Opportunities
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What is EURES?
What is EURES?
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EU Parliament Vote
EU Parliament Vote
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EURES countries outside the EU
EURES countries outside the EU
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National Election Impact
National Election Impact
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EURES for employers
EURES for employers
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European Council Members
European Council Members
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Council Meetings
Council Meetings
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European Council's Role
European Council's Role
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Parliament's Influence
Parliament's Influence
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EU Public Consultations
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What is Europass?
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Youth Guarantee Scheme
Youth Guarantee Scheme
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European Alliance for Apprenticeships
European Alliance for Apprenticeships
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European Child Guarantee
European Child Guarantee
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What is Erasmus+?
What is Erasmus+?
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Erasmus+ support
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Youth Guarantee success
Youth Guarantee success
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European child guarantee support
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EU Rapid Alert System
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EU Product Labelling Laws
EU Product Labelling Laws
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Organic Labels
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Energy Efficiency Labels
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Product QR Code
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kWh/annum
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Energy Efficiency Rating (A-G)
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Water Consumption (Litres)
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Study Notes
What is The European Union
- The EU is a unique partnership between 27 European countries, known as Member States, or EU countries.
- The EU covers much of the European continent
- A population of around 447 million people call the EU home
- That is approximately 6% of the world's population.
- Citizens of the EU countries are also EU citizens.
- Not all European countries are members of the EU
- The United Kingdom voted to leave the EU in June 2016, and left in 2020.
Common Values of EU states
- Each EU country has its own culture, language and traditions
- All share the same common values which they must comply with as members of the European Union.
- One fundamental value that unites all EU countries is democracy
- Only democratic countries can be members of the EU.
- Other values that are common to all EU countries are
- Respect for human dignity
- Freedom
- Equality
- The rule of law
- Respect for human rights, including the rights of people belonging to minority groups.
- The member states are obliged to comply with and protect children's rights as part of human rights.
Creation and Expansion of the EU
- The European Union was created in 1957 and has grown from 6 to 27 countries since.
- European countries joined forces to build a better future together.
- France's Foreign Minister, Robert Schuman, proposed merging European production of coal and steel on 9 May 1950.
- The European Coal and Steel Community was founded in 1952 with the goal of preventing any country from secretly arming itself against others.
- Six neighboring countries founded the community: Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg and the Netherlands.
- The Treaty of Rome was signed in 1957, establishing the European Economic Community, and came into force in 1958
- In 1973 Denmark, Ireland and the United Kingdom joined the European Economic Community
- Greece became a member of the EU in 1981, followed by Portugal and Spain in 1986.
- The EU was created in 1993; Austria, Finland and Sweden joined in 1995, making the EU membership of 15.
- Eight central and eastern Europe countries entered the EU in 2004 Czechia, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Slovakia-Slovenia
- The Mediterranean islands of Cyprus and Malta were added during that same year
- Bulgaria and Romania joined in 2007
- Croatia joined in 2013
Nobel Peace Prize
- The EU was set up to secure lasting peace among its members.
- Internal conflicts and opportunities for war to break out between Europeans have been greatly reduced since its establishment
- The European Union was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2012 in recognition of work for peace, democracy and human rights in Europe and around the world
- The EU decided to donate the EUR 930,000 prize money including a further 930,000 from the EU itself to children who are denied the chance to grow up in peace.
How does the EU work?
- The European Parliament is the collective voice of ordinary people as the only directly elected EU institution.
- To vote in the EU elections a person just needs to have EU citizenship
- In 2019, the previous EU elections were held - the next are in 2024.
- Anyone at the age of 18 has the right to vote in all EU countries – excluding Greece, Austria and Malta
- Austria and Malta offer the opportunity to those of 16
- Greece offers 17 year olds the chance
- These take place 12 times a year in Strasbourg, France and up to 6 times a year in Brussels, Belgium.
- 705 Parliament members are called MEPs.
- The EU Parliament takes actions on EU laws along with the Council of the European Union.
- Approves The Budget
- Has the power to approve or dismiss the European Commission President
European Council
- Is commonly known as the European Summits meetings
- Assembles the elected leaders of the EU members, heads of government/state
- The meetings of the leaders occur at least 4 times a year
- A president who is elected every 2 1/2 years chairs the European Council
- Does not pass EU laws - that is the job of the European Parliament and Council of the European Union)
Council of the European Union
- The ministers meet from the EU countries and discuss to make decisions on current EU laws and policies.
Voting Within EU
- Under qualified-majority voting, each minister casts one vote for or against a proposal.
- The 'double majority' to make adopt a solid action has requirements
European Commission
- It is the executive branch made up of 27 Commissioners who each preside over their EU country.
- Each Commissioner gets assigned a certain policy area to manage such as energy, the economy or the environment.
The Court of Justice of the European Union
- With more 70 years in the system, the European Court of Justice decides and interprets in the EU laws
Is the EU Relevant to Your Daily Life?
- EU laws and activities have a direct impact on citizens.
- Treaties contain the rules for how the EU works.
Safe and Easy Travel
- Thanks to the Schengen Agreement, most EU countries and some non-EU countries have removed border controls between each other.
- A Europen citizen can travel within the 27 'Schengen countries' without a passport.
- If you fall in danger in other EU countries, the free of charge European Emergency number 112 is available
Erasmus+ Program
- There are 33 countries available to apply for. The points a student earned abroad are credited to your study at home.
A Common Currency
- Is being used by 20 EU countries: the Euro
- More than 75% of people in the EU use it on a daily basis – around 347 million.
- Stable prices are made possible because consumers are able to measure products easily, trade is smooth, and exchange value is consistent.
Product and Food Safety
- Europe enjoys the uppermost safety, great standards of food now across the globe
- Compulsory controls are all put in place all throughout the agri-food chain:This make sure that animals and plant are great, animal feed/food are actually alright, and which products have actual labels
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Explores the roles, responsibilities, and operations within the EU system. Discusses the minimum requirements for political group formation in the European Parliament. It also covers the functions of the European Council and the Council of the European Union.
