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What is a common misconception about the European parliament?
What is a common misconception about the European parliament?
- It is a well-organized institution with clear goals.
- It is solely focused on promoting popular causes.
- It is filled with incompetents and rogues without aim. (correct)
- It is a model of efficiency in handling EU affairs.
What redeeming feature does the MEP character have according to Calligaro?
What redeeming feature does the MEP character have according to Calligaro?
- He is highly efficient in his work.
- He is very ambitious and driven.
- He is always focused on popular causes.
- He is a very nice guy despite being lazy. (correct)
Which character in the show is described as cynical and Machiavellian but fighting for a good cause?
Which character in the show is described as cynical and Machiavellian but fighting for a good cause?
- Samy
- The German policy adviser (correct)
- The lazy MEP
- An incompetent nationalist
What did Calligaro and another co-writer aim to convey about the EU institutions through the show?
What did Calligaro and another co-writer aim to convey about the EU institutions through the show?
What is one of the nuances of the show mentioned in the text?
What is one of the nuances of the show mentioned in the text?
What is the setting of the comedy series Parlement?
What is the setting of the comedy series Parlement?
Who is the main character of the series?
Who is the main character of the series?
What is Samy's boss, Michel Specklin, portrayed as?
What is Samy's boss, Michel Specklin, portrayed as?
What is the purpose of the comedy series, according to the screenwriter?
What is the purpose of the comedy series, according to the screenwriter?
What is the nationality of the screenwriter who conceived the series?
What is the nationality of the screenwriter who conceived the series?
How long is each episode of the Parlement series?
How long is each episode of the Parlement series?
What European parliament law did Samy end up in charge of amending?
What European parliament law did Samy end up in charge of amending?
How did Rose's boss change after being 'radicalised' by her internet readings?
How did Rose's boss change after being 'radicalised' by her internet readings?
Which character sums up the European peace project by saying, 'Guys, we’ve got to stop fighting and work on regulations and shit'?
Which character sums up the European peace project by saying, 'Guys, we’ve got to stop fighting and work on regulations and shit'?
What is one particular feature that differentiates 'Parlement' from 'The Thick of It'?
What is one particular feature that differentiates 'Parlement' from 'The Thick of It'?
What did Debré mention as the main characteristic needed for drama?
What did Debré mention as the main characteristic needed for drama?
What event helped galvanize interest in 'Parlement' according to Maxime Calligaro?
What event helped galvanize interest in 'Parlement' according to Maxime Calligaro?
'Parlement' delves into the thorny question of:
'Parlement' delves into the thorny question of:
Why does Debré express surprise at the lack of British comedy on Brexit?
Why does Debré express surprise at the lack of British comedy on Brexit?
'Parlement' has provoked some unease inside the EU bubble due to:
'Parlement' has provoked some unease inside the EU bubble due to:
What does Olivier Costa question about 'Parlement'?
What does Olivier Costa question about 'Parlement'?
What is the main message that Calligaro and another co-writer aim to convey through the show 'Parlement'?
What is the main message that Calligaro and another co-writer aim to convey through the show 'Parlement'?
According to Calligaro, what is a redeeming feature of the German policy adviser in 'Parlement'?
According to Calligaro, what is a redeeming feature of the German policy adviser in 'Parlement'?
How does the text describe the MEP character in 'Parlement'?
How does the text describe the MEP character in 'Parlement'?
What has Samy discovered his conviction for during the season of 'Parlement'?
What has Samy discovered his conviction for during the season of 'Parlement'?
What does Calligaro think is missed by viewers not steeped in EU politics regarding the European parliament in 'Parlement'?
What does Calligaro think is missed by viewers not steeped in EU politics regarding the European parliament in 'Parlement'?
What is one of the key themes explored in the comedy series 'Parlement'?
What is one of the key themes explored in the comedy series 'Parlement'?
How is the character of Michel Specklin, a French MEP, portrayed in the series?
How is the character of Michel Specklin, a French MEP, portrayed in the series?
What aspect of the European Union does the series aim to showcase through comedy?
What aspect of the European Union does the series aim to showcase through comedy?
What is the nationality of the main character, Samy, who arrives in Brussels to work for an MEP?
What is the nationality of the main character, Samy, who arrives in Brussels to work for an MEP?
What is one of the unique aspects of the comedy series 'Parlement'?
What is one of the unique aspects of the comedy series 'Parlement'?
What is the duration of each episode in the 'Parlement' series?
What is the duration of each episode in the 'Parlement' series?
What is the main reason Debré gives for why British comedy has not seized on the subject of Brexit yet?
What is the main reason Debré gives for why British comedy has not seized on the subject of Brexit yet?
What does the character Sharon Redlion suggest as a solution to the Irish border issue in 'Parlement'?
What does the character Sharon Redlion suggest as a solution to the Irish border issue in 'Parlement'?
What is Olivier Costa's critique of 'Parlement' regarding the portrayal of MEPs?
What is Olivier Costa's critique of 'Parlement' regarding the portrayal of MEPs?
What does Calligaro attribute as a reason for the increased dramatic nature of the EU since the Greek crisis?
What does Calligaro attribute as a reason for the increased dramatic nature of the EU since the Greek crisis?
What does Debré suggest is essential for creating drama in a show according to the text?
What does Debré suggest is essential for creating drama in a show according to the text?
Which character from 'Parlement' provides a satirical solution to the Brexit talks conundrum, referencing 'Deliveroo' and 'Bitcoin'?
Which character from 'Parlement' provides a satirical solution to the Brexit talks conundrum, referencing 'Deliveroo' and 'Bitcoin'?
'Parlement' was a difficult sell in France because:
'Parlement' was a difficult sell in France because:
'Parlement' differs from 'The Thick of It' by:
'Parlement' differs from 'The Thick of It' by:
'Parlement' received good reviews in France but faced unease in the EU bubble due to:
'Parlement' received good reviews in France but faced unease in the EU bubble due to:
'Parlement' aims to bring attention to which aspect of EU politics rarely highlighted according to Maxime Calligaro?
'Parlement' aims to bring attention to which aspect of EU politics rarely highlighted according to Maxime Calligaro?
What does Calligaro suggest is the underlying cause of the EU institutions' struggles in 'Parlement'?
What does Calligaro suggest is the underlying cause of the EU institutions' struggles in 'Parlement'?
What characteristic does Calligaro highlight regarding the German policy adviser in 'Parlement'?
What characteristic does Calligaro highlight regarding the German policy adviser in 'Parlement'?
How does Calligaro describe the characters in 'Parlement' regarding their complexity?
How does Calligaro describe the characters in 'Parlement' regarding their complexity?
What main aspect does Calligaro aim to emphasize about the EU institutions through 'Parlement'?
What main aspect does Calligaro aim to emphasize about the EU institutions through 'Parlement'?
In 'Parlement', what is the key takeaway regarding the MEP character's portrayal according to Calligaro?
In 'Parlement', what is the key takeaway regarding the MEP character's portrayal according to Calligaro?
What is the primary reason given for the lack of British comedy on Brexit?
What is the primary reason given for the lack of British comedy on Brexit?
Which of the following best describes the portrayal of the character Michel Specklin, a French MEP, in the series?
Which of the following best describes the portrayal of the character Michel Specklin, a French MEP, in the series?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the purpose of the comedy series 'Parlement,' according to the text?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the purpose of the comedy series 'Parlement,' according to the text?
What is one of the unique aspects of the comedy series 'Parlement'?
What is one of the unique aspects of the comedy series 'Parlement'?
Based on the information provided in the text, what is the duration of each episode in the 'Parlement' series?
Based on the information provided in the text, what is the duration of each episode in the 'Parlement' series?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the setting of the comedy series 'Parlement'?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the setting of the comedy series 'Parlement'?
What is the primary purpose of the comedy series 'Parlement'?
What is the primary purpose of the comedy series 'Parlement'?
Which of the following statements best describes the portrayal of the Irish border issue in 'Parlement'?
Which of the following statements best describes the portrayal of the Irish border issue in 'Parlement'?
What is the primary reason why British comedy has not seized on the subject of Brexit?
What is the primary reason why British comedy has not seized on the subject of Brexit?
Based on the information provided, which of the following statements best describes the character of Rose in 'Parlement'?
Based on the information provided, which of the following statements best describes the character of Rose in 'Parlement'?
According to Olivier Costa's critique, what is the main issue with the portrayal of MEPs in 'Parlement'?
According to Olivier Costa's critique, what is the main issue with the portrayal of MEPs in 'Parlement'?
Based on the information provided, which of the following statements best describes the character of Torsten in 'Parlement'?
Based on the information provided, which of the following statements best describes the character of Torsten in 'Parlement'?
What is one of the unique aspects of the comedy series 'Parlement'?
What is one of the unique aspects of the comedy series 'Parlement'?
What is one of the key themes explored in the comedy series 'Parlement'?
What is one of the key themes explored in the comedy series 'Parlement'?
Based on the information provided, which of the following statements best describes the character of Samy in 'Parlement'?
Based on the information provided, which of the following statements best describes the character of Samy in 'Parlement'?
