European Union Quiz

World War II.

The European Economic Community (EEC).

It allows reimbursement of medical costs in other EU countries.

<p>Countries must meet certain political and economic conditions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They feared that their product could be copied.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The ability to choose where to live or work.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Norway and Switzerland.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It established the European Union in 1992.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The EU enforces regulations that apply uniformly across all member states, ensuring clarity in governance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Article 216 TFEU grants the EU the authority to enter into treaties and conventions with third parties, binding member states.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Court ensures a uniform interpretation of EU law and may resolve disputes through prejudicial procedures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Article 18 is significant for promoting gender equality by preventing discrimination against women.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It allows consumers to purchase goods without paying taxes, enhancing trade among member states.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>In 1949, women gained the right to vote in European Parliament elections, advancing gender equality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>International law serves as guidelines for relations between nations, while European law imposes binding regulations and directives among member states.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Article 19 upholds the general principle of equality and non-discrimination based on various grounds.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The European Commission has the right of initiative in preparing and proposing legislative instruments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The United States imposed high tariffs on Chinese products under Trump’s administration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>EU law emphasizes the general principle of equality, ensuring that everyone has the same value and opportunities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Understanding the general principles is essential for interpreting EU law and ensuring compliance across member states.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It marked increased conflict and a rise in international trade, which became central to the development of international law.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Countries must approve and ratify treaties through their parliaments for them to become applicable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A key limitation is the difficulty in reaching a compromise among countries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The treaty between Lagash and Umma in Mesopotamia is one of the earliest examples.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It made the European Union stronger and more unified, expanding its role beyond trade.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It gave more power to the European Parliament and created a new voting system in the Council of the European Union.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It ensures that all EU citizens have basic rights like freedom, dignity, and equality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It defines the strategic direction and priorities of the EU and makes major political decisions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It protects human rights, democracy, and the rule of law in Europe.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It discusses and decides on EU legislation and policies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It proposes new laws and policies and manages the EU's day-to-day work.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It represents EU citizens, discusses and votes on proposed laws, and influences the EU budget.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Belgium allowed EU law to be part of its legal system, giving priority to EU decisions over Belgian laws.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It refers to the requirement that EU law has priority over national laws within member states.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It serves as a link between national legal systems and the EU legal system, allowing national courts to seek clarifications on EU law.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Maastricht Treaty established the EU and amended the name of the EEC to EU.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Every national court can refer questions for a preliminary ruling.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The ruling is binding on the national court that initiated the question and on all national courts of the Member States.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Once a new member state ratifies the Treaties, they automatically become part of the binding law without needing further action.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It means that certain EU legal provisions, particularly regulations, automatically become part of national law without needing further legislation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The three pillars consist of the European Communities, Common Foreign and Security Policy, and Justice and Home Affairs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Rome Treaty introduced the European Economic Community (EEC) and the European Atomic Energy Community (EAEC).</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It allows EU law to take effect in member states immediately, ensuring consistency and uniformity across the EU.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>'Direct application' means that treaties automatically become part of national law for member states without additional legislation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By allowing national courts to refer unclear laws to the Court of Justice for clarification, ensuring uniform application.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A community involves cooperation among member states while a union operates with a singular voice or policy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Protocols provide interpretation to specific articles and hold the same value as the articles themselves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Treaties lay down the powers and responsibilities of EU institutions, establishing rules and procedures they must follow.</p> Signup and view all the answers