Trade Bloc- EU

Question 1

The EU is a union. What does this mean?

Answer 1

No barriers for members, common tariff for non-members

Question 2

List three positives of the EU

Answer 2

• tax free trading
• no conflict between nations
• common currency means trading is easier
• doesn’t interfere with culture (different languages)
• movement is free, opening opportunities for jobs & education

Question 3

List three negatives of the EU.

Answer 3

• language barriers-> communication for trading difficult
• leaving is drawn out, difficult and expensive (BREXIT)
• more affluent countries have to assist LEDCS
• serves interest as a whole bloc not as countries individually

Question 4

What were the 4 aims of the EU (think about positives?

Answer 4

1. establish EU citizenship (protection of human rights and freedoms)
2. ensures freedom, security and justice
3. promote economic and social progression
4. assert Europe’s role in the world