Unit three Europe today test
1. What was the main reason for the creation of the European Union?
a) To establish a common currency
b) To promote economic cooperation and prevent future wars
c) To increase trade with non-European countries
d) To create a single European identity
2. Which countries are part of the Schengen Area, allowing for passport-free travel?
a) All European Union member states
b) All countries in Eastern Europe
c) Only countries that use the euro as currency
d) Only countries in Western Europe
3. What is the capital of the European Union?
a) Brussels, Belgium
b) Berlin, Germany
c) Paris, France
d) Rome, Italy
4. Which country in Europe has a monarchy?
a) Germany
b) Spain
c) Italy
d) France
5. What is the official currency of the European Union?
a) Pound sterling
b) Euro
c) Dollar
d) Franc
6. Which European country is known for its strong social welfare system?
a) Sweden
b) Poland
c) Greece
d) Hungary
7. What organization was established to promote peace, security, and cooperation in Europe after World War II?
a) NATO
b) United Nations
c) European Union
d) Council of Europe
8. Which country recently voted to leave the European Union in a process known as Brexit?
a) Germany
b) France
c) United Kingdom
d) Italy
9. What is the name of the treaty that established the European Union in 1993?
a) Maastricht Treaty
b) Lisbon Treaty
c) Rome Treaty
d) Schengen Treaty
10. How many official languages are recognized in the European Union?
a) 10
b) 20
c) 24
d) 28
Answers:
1. b) To promote economic cooperation and prevent future wars
2. a) All European Union member states
3. a) Brussels, Belgium
4. b) Spain
5. b) Euro
6. a) Sweden
7. c) European Union
8. c) United Kingdom
9. a) Maastricht Treaty
10. c) 24