16 Questions
What was the initial meaning of Europe in Ancient Greece?
Greece and the conquered areas of Italy
According to the Romans, what did Europe refer to?
The Roman Empire
What is the modern geographical definition of Europe?
The geographical area stretching from the Atlantic to the Urals
What was often overlapped with 'geographical Europe' on a political level?
Christianitas
Why is it difficult to define Europe from a political perspective?
Absence of defining elements
What was a significant change in the interpretation of Russia as part of Europe?
'Geographical Europe' exclusion by other European states
What is the main focus of the text?
The political changes in Europe post-war
Why was Turkey initially considered for admission into the European Community?
To make it the largest country in the EU
What is the current status of Turkey's potential EU membership?
It is not wanted in the EU due to cultural and political reasons
What is the essence of the current problem with neighboring countries like the Balkans?
Lack of clarity about political Europe and EU integration
According to the text, what was the aim of European Integration after World War II?
To lead to a strongly cooperative Europe
Who is credited as the 'first' federalist philosopher in the text?
Emannuel Kant
What did Emannuel Kant believe was necessary to prevent all wars in Europe?
A world federation based on rational law
What did Kant consider as the first stage towards his idea of perpetual peace?
Monopolization of force by the state
What does Kant's idea of peace entail, according to the text?
The end of all hostilities through international agreements
What does European Integration refer to, as mentioned in the text?
A set of choices made by some states post-ww2 with the aim of leading to a strongly cooperative Europe
Explore the evolution of the concept of Europe from Ancient Greece to the present day, encompassing geographic, political, and cultural perspectives.
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