European Commission 1
Is the European Commission independent of national governments?
Yes
When was the last/ is the next election of the president of the Commission?
2019/2024
How many members are there in the EU?
27
When was the EU founded?
1992/93
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When was the European Commission established?
In 1958
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Which is the last country to join the EU?
Croatia
Which treaty marked the founding of the EU?
Treaty of Maastricht
What is the official currency in the EU?
The Euro
Where is the European Commission located?
In Brussels
Who is the current president of the European Commission?
Ursula von der Leyen
Which motives can be seen on Euro bank notes?
Windows, doors & bridges
Name the founding countries of the EC (ECSC)!
Germany, France, Italy, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxemburg
How many official languages are there in the EU?
24
Name one responsibility of the European Commission?
Drafts proposals for new laws, is responsible for implementing the decisions of Parliament and Council, enforces EU laws, represents the EU on an international level, manages the EUs budget and programs
Name one current commissioners group!
European Green Deal, A Europe Fit for the Digital Age, An Economy that Works for People, Promoting our European Way of Life, A Stronger Europe in the World, A new push for European democracy
What is the anthem of the EU?
An instrumental version of "Ode to Joy"
Which is the only country that has left the EU?
Great Britain
When did Austria join the EU?
In 1995
Who agrees on the new Commission President?
The governments of the EU members
How many commissioners are part of the European Commission?
27
What is the motto of the EU?
United in diversity
Which treaties set up the European Economic Community and the European Atomic Energy Community?
The Treaties of Rome
Name a neighbouring country of Austria that is not part of the EU!
Switzerland