European Union
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Reorder these ADVANTAGES from most important to least important
Reorder these ADVANTAGES from most important to least important
- Free MovementMovement between all of the countries in the EU is completely free and open for all citizens. This opens up many more job and education opportunities for people. Especially ones who are in poor countries.
- Culture Is Not LostThe EU has never had an “official language” and doesn’t interfere with the cultural aspects of any country. This helps to ensure that, while you are part of the Euroepan Union, you are also your own country.
- Tax Free Trading Among MembersCountries of the EU are free to trade with other members with no additional taxes. This helps to keep prices of goods, foods, and services down in these countries.
- A Common CurrencyAll of the countries of the EU have the same type of currency, the Euro. This makes doing business, traveling, or moving to other countries, and buying things much easier. It also creates a sense of unity among the countries.
- No Conflict Between CountriesThere are strict guidelines followed for any issues that occur within the EU. This prevents any of these countries from getting into problems with one another and promotes peace throughout the European continent.
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Reorder these DISADVANTAGES from most important to least important
Reorder these DISADVANTAGES from most important to least important
- Leaving the EU Is DifficultOnce a country decides to join the EU, it is extremely difficult for them to leave it. It takes years for a country to officially leave the EU.
- Communication BarriersIt becomes very difficult for the EU to communicate with all of it’s citizens because they all speak different languages.
- Shared Wealth Is Not Always GoodLarge and wealthy countries that are members of the European Union, like Germany, France, and Great Britain, have to share their wealth with much smaller and poorer countries, like Croatia. This prevents any one country from becoming too powerful, which is a bad thing for countries that have the ability to become world leaders.
- Takes Power From GovernmentsThe EU has power over the government in these countries. This means that if they do not like a political leader, they can simply kick them out of office. It is very easy for this to cause major problems in governments.
- Serves The Interest As A Whole, Not A CountryThe rules set in place by the EU are not there to protect the best interest of each individual country. Instead, their goal is to advance the EU as a whole. This has caused many damages in smaller countries, whose voices are often unheard.
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Looking at a map of EU countries, you will notice that Norway isn't part of the EU. Based on the two lists above, should Norway join the EU? What would you tell the citizens in Norway to convince them of your decision?
Looking at a map of EU countries, you will notice that Norway isn't part of the EU. Based on the two lists above, should Norway join the EU? What would you tell the citizens in Norway to convince them of your decision?
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- mistreating people because they are different
- war
- not having enough food
- public transportation
- hoping for a better life
- better paying job
- improved hospitals
- not allowed to practice their religion
- better education
- Push Factors
- Pull Factors


