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VOCABULARY: European Coal and Steel Community European Economic Community European Union Europe Day Euro
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History of the EU The EU was formed to unite countries that had been torn apart by years of war.
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Battleground of Europe First half of the 20 th century Europe was a major battleground. World War I (1914): 4 years and killed over 20 million people. World War II (1939): 6 years and killed around 50 million people.
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Creation of the EU: Robert Schuman May 9, 1950 In a famous speech brought forward ideas of peace in Europe. 1952 the European Coal and Steel Community was formed. Common market was created
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1958 creation of European Economic Community Removed trade barriers for all kinds of goods. 1993-formation of the European Union. 12 common market countries.
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Goals of the EU: MAIN: Encourage peace and prosperity, or economic well being. Works to create jobs, protect citizen’s rights, and preserve the environment. Promotes freedom, security, and justice. MOTTO: United in Diversity
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Economics in the EU Before the EU was formed crossing country lines to work or live was difficult. Rules about living and working Different currencies Charged taxes
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Economic forces the UNITE the EU: Creation of the common market: United the EU More choices in product No tariffs/taxes Freely cross country lines Common currency (Euro) Trading force ○ Size of its market has made the EU an important force in the global economy.
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Economic forces that DIVIDE the EU: Do not always agree on issues or money. Western Europeans are wealthier. Paid higher wages; higher cost of living. Factories moved to Eastern/Central Europe. Large amounts of money are spent on Central/Eastern Europe. Resent immigrants.
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Time for a Laugh
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Political Cooperation in the EU: Prior to EU: Many political division. Each nation was independent Own policies Didn’t have to work together Encourages political cooperation: Common government Works above the EU country’s governments
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EU Government Unites Europe: Brings members together. Work on issues they all share. Common approaches Citizen of Europe Addition to citizen of home country. Live and work anywhere Vote in EU elections Rights of citizens
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EU Government: Council of the European Union Main decision making body. National leaders Sets goals European Commision Executive body Commissioners appointed by member governemnts Makes sure EU decisions are carried out.
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European Parliament Largest EU body 700 elected members Watches over works of the EU Approves or blocks budgets European Council Comprised of all member country leaders and the president of the EU. Resolve issues and set policies
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Unites Europe Speaking with 1 voice Outside Europe=strengthen role in the world Inside Europe=focus on issues (transportation/environment)
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EU Government Divides Europe Individual country governments have to give up some power. Some countries still want to make their own decisions. Have to carry out decisions about the EU. Growing size of the EU European Citizenship
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Maintaining a Cultural Identity: Motto Cultural Symbols Flag Anthem: “Ode to Joy” by Beethoven Europe Day on May 9 Cultural Programs Supporting youth events Capital culture Traveling encouraged
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Activity: Create a poster promoting why you and partner think the EU is a positive or a negative thing for Europe. POSITIVE Arham, Safwan, Saad, Saraf, Arlina, Raisa Aritra, Alavi Alifya, Fiza Catherine, Ramisa NEGATIVE Isabella, Arshiya Aiyyad, Jonathan Eunbi, Zahra Ruslan R., Tamjid Taher, Shaun Adib, John Sikkim, Ruslan Y.
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