Question 11
What does the term “European integration” mean?
German original: Was bedeutet der Begriff "europäische Integration"?. In the test, all questions are asked in German.
Answer options
- This refers to American immigrants in Europe.
- The term means the immigration stop to Europe.
- This refers to European emigrants in the USA.
- The term means the merger of European states to form the EU. — Correct answer
Explanation
European integration means the gradual political, economic, and legal union of European countries. It began with the European Economic Community (1957) and led to the formation of today's European Union.
Key terms in this question
- European — 'European' describes something that belongs to or is connected with Europe or the European Union. It refers to countries, people, laws, or institutions related to the European continent or the EU.
- term / concept — A term or concept is a word or expression that names and describes a specific idea, object, or situation.
- European — 'European' describes something that belongs to or is related to Europe or the European Union.
- Euro — The euro is the official currency of Germany and most other EU countries. It is represented by the symbol € and is divided into 100 cents.
- Integration — Integration is the process by which people from different cultural backgrounds become active participants in the society where they live. It involves learning the language, following the rules, and sharing the values of the country.