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The UK and International Institutions
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Which treaty established the European Economic Community (EEC)?
The European Economic Community (EEC), later known as the European Union (EU), was established by the Treaty of Rome on 25 March 1957.
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Is the Council of Europe the same as the European Union?
The Council of Europe and the European Union are separate organizations. The Council of Europe focuses on human rights, democracy, and the rule of law, while the EU is a political and economic union.
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When did the UK become a member of the European Union?
The UK became a member of the European Union in 1973.
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How many countries are members of the United Nations (UN)?
The United Nations (UN) has more than 190 member countries, focusing on international cooperation and peace.
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What was the original name of the European Union (EU)?
The European Union was originally called the European Economic Community (EEC) when it was established by the Treaty of Rome in 1957.
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Which countries were the original members of the European Economic Community (EEC), now known as the European Union (EU)?
The European Economic Community (EEC), later known as the European Union (EU), was initially set up by Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands.
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How many member states are there in the Commonwealth?
The Commonwealth consists of 54 member states, with the King as its ceremonial head.
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Is the following statement TRUE or FALSE? The UK originally decided not to join the European Union group but it became a member in 1993.
The UK originally decided not to join this group but it became a member in 1973.
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When was the United Nations (UN) established?
The United Nations was established in 1945 after the Second World War to prevent war and promote international peace and security.
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What power does the Council of Europe have?
The Council of Europe does not have the power to make laws but draws up conventions and charters, like the European Convention on Human Rights.
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What is the primary aim of the United Nations?
The UN was established after the Second World War with the goal of preventing war and promoting international peace and security.
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How many members are there on the UN Security Council?
The UN Security Council consists of 15 members, who recommend actions in response to international crises and threats to peace.
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What is the Commonwealth?
The Commonwealth is an association of countries that support each other and work together towards shared goals in democracy, peace, and development.
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When did Croatia become a member of the European Union?
Croatia became a member state of the European Union in 2013.
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What is the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)?
NATO is a military alliance formed by European and North American countries to provide mutual defense and maintain peace among its members.
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Is the following statement TRUE or FALSE? The King is the ceremonial head of the Commonwealth, which currently has 59 member states.
The King is the ceremonial head of the Commonwealth, which includes 54 member states.
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Which of the following country is a member of the Commonwealth?
Bangladesh is a member of the Commonwealth of Nations, an organization of countries that were mostly former territories of the British Empire.
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Who is the ceremonial head of the Commonwealth?
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When was the Treaty of Rome signed?
The Treaty of Rome was signed on 25 March 1957, establishing the European Economic Community (EEC), a key step in the formation of the European Union (EU).
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What is the Council of Europe responsible for?
The Council of Europe, which is separate from the EU, is responsible for protecting and promoting human rights in its 47 member countries, including the UK.
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When did the UK formally leave the EU (European Union)?
On 31st January 2020, the UK formally leave the European Union.
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What does the UN Security Council do?
The UN Security Council is responsible for recommending actions in response to global crises and threats to peace.
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Is the following statement TRUE or FALSE? The UK is a part of the United Nations (UN), an international organization which currently has 154 countries as members.
The UK is a part of the United Nations (UN), an international organization which currently has more than 190 countries as members.
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Being a full member of the European Union, what currency does the UK use instead of the Euro?
The UK uses the British Pound (£) instead of the Euro.
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How many member countries does the Council of Europe have?
The Council of Europe has 47 member countries, including the UK.
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Which of the following countries is not a member of the Commonwealth?
Greece is not a member of the Commonwealth of Nations. However, Bangladesh, Mozambique, and Pakistan are members.
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Which TWO of the following international associations or agreements does the UK belong?
The UK is a member of NATO and the Commonwealth, but not NAFTA or the Arab League.
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What does NATO stand for?
NATO stands for the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation, a military alliance formed for collective defense.
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Which of the following is the most well-known convention of the Council of Europe?
The most well-known convention of the Council of Europe is the European Convention on Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms.
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Which of the following statements is true for the Commonwealth?
The Commonwealth has no power over its members except the ability to suspend membership.
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What are the core values of the Commonwealth of Nations?
The Commonwealth is based on the core values of democracy, good government, and the rule of law.
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