1. European Union

2. Which countries are members of the European Union? More than 25 Why did the European Union form? To encourage trade within Europe What thinks changed when the European Union formed? EU built a strong relationship between its members.

3. What are the positives of the European Union? Improved trade, higher standard of living, improvement of environment, work access to member countries, and human rights protection How do the nations of Europe now relate to each other economically? No tariffs between member countries

4. How did the nations of Europe relate to each other, politically, before the formation? Separately How do the nations of Europe now relate to each other in military defense? The countries ensure the safety and security of member nations. How did they relate before in military defense? Separately

5. What is the Euro and what is its purpose? Single currency used by EU nations. It makes trade easier and less costly.