The European Commission: Executive Branch of the EU

Question 1

What is the primary responsibility of the European Commission?

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Proposing and enforcing EU laws and managing the EU budget

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Interpreting EU treaties

Question 2

What is the ‘subsidiarity’ principle in relation to the EU?

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The EU should only act when it can do so more effectively than national governments

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The EU should have exclusive competence in all matters affecting the EU as a whole

Question 3

Which of the following is the primary function of the European Commission?

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To propose and enforce EU legislation

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To adjudicate disputes between EU member states

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To represent the EU internationally

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To appoint judges to the European Court of Justice

Question 4

Which of the following is a department within the European Commission responsible for enforcing competition law?

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Directorate-General for Competition

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European Central Bank

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Council of the European Union

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European Parliament

Question 5

What is the main decision-making body within the European Commission?

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College of Commissioners

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European Council

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European Parliament

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Council of the European Union

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the European Commission?

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Adjudicating EU law

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Proposing new EU laws

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Implementing EU laws

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Enforcing EU laws

Question 7

Which of the following is **not** a primary function of the European Commission?

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Resolving conflicts between EU member states

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Proposing EU legislation

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Managing the EU budget

Question 8

Improved Question: What is the core function of the European Commission?

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Proposing and enforcing EU laws

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Interpreting EU treaties

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Resolving disputes between EU institutions

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Representing member states in international negotiations

Question 9

Improved Question: What role does the European Commission play in the EU legislative process?

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Proposes and drafts legislation

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Interprets legislation

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Enforces legislation

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Approves or rejects legislation

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a power of the European Commission?

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Enacting laws

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Enforcing EU laws

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Managing the EU budget

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Proposing legislation

Question 11

What is the primary function of the President of the European Commission?

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To chair the College of Commissioners and represent the Commission externally.

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To rule on disputes between EU member states.

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To manage the EU budget.

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To propose new EU laws.

Question 12

What is the main function of the College of Commissioners?

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To make decisions on EU policies and implement EU laws.

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To manage the EU budget.

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To enforce EU laws.

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To propose new EU laws.

Question 13

What is the name of the advisory body that assists the European Commission on economic and social matters?

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European Economic and Social Committee

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European Parliament

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Committee of the Regions

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Council of the European Union

Question 14

What is the purpose of the European Commission's Annual Work Programme?

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To outline the Commission's policy priorities and objectives for the upcoming year.

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To propose new EU laws.

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To enforce EU laws.

Question 15

What is the European Commission's role in the law-making process of the EU?

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To propose and negotiate new laws with the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union.

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To enforce laws.

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To adopt new laws.

Question 16

Which of the following is the primary function of the European Commission?

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Proposing and enforcing EU laws

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Representing the EU in international negotiations

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Managing the EU's economic and monetary policy

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Adjudicating disputes between EU member states

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT a Directorate-General of the European Commission?

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Directorate-General for Space and Time

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Directorate-General for Competition

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Directorate-General for Agriculture and Rural Development

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Directorate-General for Health and Food Safety

Question 18

What is the main role of the College of Commissioners?

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Decision-making body of the Commission

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Advisory board to the President

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Negotiating team with EU member states

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Oversight committee for the Commission's budget

Question 19

Which of the following is a key power of the European Commission in the EU legislative process?

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Right of legislative initiative

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Veto power over EU laws

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Power to dismiss the European Parliament

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Exclusive competence over foreign policy

Question 20

What is the primary responsibility of the European Parliament in relation to the European Commission?

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Democratic scrutiny and approval of the Commission

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Implementation of EU laws

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Appointment of the Commission President

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Negotiation of EU treaties

Question 21

What is the significance of the European Commission's role in upholding the rule of law in the EU?

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Ensures that EU member states comply with EU treaties and values

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Promotes cultural diversity and linguistic rights within the EU

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Facilitates trade and economic cooperation among member states

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Protects the rights of EU citizens against their governments

Question 22

How has the European Commission adapted to evolving global challenges?

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By establishing new Directorates-General and task forces

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By increasing its membership to include non-EU countries

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By reducing its budget to prioritize essential functions

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By withdrawing from certain policy areas to focus on core competencies