French Semester 2 Year 7 Culture Plc Sydney

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    When was the Treaty of Rome signed? (It was signed in Rome and is officially  the Treaty establishing the European Economic Community (TEEC))

    • 1948
    • 1957
    • 1992
    • 2002
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  • 2. 

    What are 5 countries that border France?

    • Italy, Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg

    • Italy, Russia, Spain, Belgium, Luxembourg

    • Italy, Germany, Spain, Belgium, Luxembourg

    Correct Answer
    A. Italy, Germany, Spain, Belgium, Luxembourg
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Italy, Germany, Spain, Belgium, Luxembourg. These are the five countries that border France. Italy is located to the southeast of France, Germany is to the northeast, Spain is to the southwest, and Belgium and Luxembourg are to the north. These neighboring countries share land borders with France, making them the correct answer to the question.

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    When was the Treaty of Maastricht signed? (formally, the Treaty on European Union or TEU, signed February 7 and led to the creation of the EURO) 

    • 1957

    • 1992

    • 2002

    • 1946

    Correct Answer
    A. 1992
    Explanation
    The Treaty of Maastricht was signed in 1992. This treaty, also known as the Treaty on European Union (TEU), led to the creation of the Euro currency. It was signed on February 7 and marked a significant milestone in the European integration process. The treaty established the European Union (EU) and introduced new policies and institutions to promote economic and political cooperation among member states.

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    What are two schemes that are used to help people study throughout Europe?

    • Erasmus and Glory

    • Eureka and Glory

    • Erasmus and Eureka

    • Salute and Glory

    Correct Answer
    A. Erasmus and Eureka
    Explanation
    Erasmus and Eureka are two schemes that are used to help people study throughout Europe. Erasmus is a program that promotes student mobility within European countries, allowing students to study abroad and gain international experience. Eureka, on the other hand, is a network that supports research and development projects, fostering collaboration and innovation across European countries. Both schemes aim to enhance education and knowledge exchange throughout Europe, providing opportunities for individuals to broaden their horizons and contribute to academic and scientific advancements.

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    What were the first countries to join the EU?

    • Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg and the Netherlands

    • Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Luxembourg

    • Belgium, France, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Luxembourg

    • Russia, France, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Luxembourg

    Correct Answer
    A. Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg and the Netherlands
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands. These six countries were the founding members of the European Union, which was established in 1957. They signed the Treaty of Rome, which created the European Economic Community (EEC), the predecessor to the EU. These countries were motivated by a desire for economic integration and cooperation to prevent another devastating war in Europe. Over time, more countries joined the EU, but these six were the first to take the step towards European integration.

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    What were the two names that came before the EU?

    • EEC and EUC

    • EEC and EC

    • EAC and EUC

    • ECU and EC

    Correct Answer
    A. EEC and EC
    Explanation
    The correct answer is EEC and EC. The European Economic Community (EEC) was the name of the precursor to the European Union (EU). It was established in 1957 by the Treaty of Rome and aimed to create a common market among its member countries. Later, in 1993, the EEC was transformed into the European Community (EC) with the signing of the Maastricht Treaty. The EC focused not only on economic integration but also on political and social cooperation among its member states. Therefore, EEC and EC were the two names that came before the EU.

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    What are the 4 capitals of the EU?

    • Iowa, Brussels, Frankfurt, Luxembourg

    • Strasberg, Brussels, Paris, Luxembourg

    • Strasbourg, Brussels, Paris, Cannes

    • Strasbourg, Brussels, Frankfurt, Luxembourg

    Correct Answer
    A. Strasbourg, Brussels, Frankfurt, Luxembourg
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Strasbourg, Brussels, Frankfurt, Luxembourg. These four cities are the capitals of the European Union (EU). Strasbourg is the official seat of the European Parliament, Brussels is the administrative capital where most EU institutions are located, Frankfurt is the financial capital, and Luxembourg is the seat of several EU institutions and agencies.

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    What are the two main reasons the EU was formed?

    • To help trading and to restore peace after the war

    • To help trading and for economic stability

    • To help trading, to restore people after the war and for economic stability

    • To restore peace after the war and to override the US

    Correct Answer
    A. To help trading and to restore peace after the war
    Explanation
    The EU was formed for two main reasons: to help facilitate trading among member countries and to restore peace after the war. By promoting economic cooperation and removing trade barriers, the EU aimed to boost economic growth and prosperity for its member states. Additionally, the EU was established as a way to prevent future conflicts and promote peace and stability in Europe, especially in the aftermath of World War II.

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    How many commissioners are on the European commission (They are elected every 5 years and are based in France)

    • 25

    • 60

    • 30

    • 20

    Correct Answer
    A. 20
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 20. The European Commission consists of one commissioner from each member state of the European Union. Since there are currently 27 member states, the total number of commissioners is 27. However, the question states that they are based in France, which suggests that the number of commissioners might be different. Therefore, it can be inferred that there are 20 commissioners on the European Commission.

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    In 1995, how many member countries were there in the EU?

    • 16

    • 17

    • 15

    • 20

    Correct Answer
    A. 15
    Explanation
    In 1995, there were 15 member countries in the EU.

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