Britain in and Out

How did British leaders like de Gaulle perceive the common agricultural policy in relation to their economy?

Incompatible

The 'European Dream' emphasizes which of the following?

Social welfare and prosperity

What was a major reason for de Gaulle's veto against British entry into the EEC?

economic concerns, ties to the Commonwealth, geographical reasons

What was the main purpose of the English Channel according to the British perspective?

To separate Britain from Europe

What was a consequence for Britain of its colonial losses post-World War II?

Greater integration with Europe

Which geopolitical alliance was Britain part of since 1949?

NATO

Which political union was proposed in response to Nazi Germany's advance in 1940?

Anglo-French Union

Which leader was responsible for the two vetoes of Britain's EEC membership in the 1960s?

Charles de Gaulle

What was Edward Heath's assertion about Britain entering the EEC?

To build or destroy the community

What characterized the British perspective on European integration throughout the 20th century?

Mixed feelings

Winston Churchill envisioned which concept to unite Europe?

The United States of Europe

Which geopolitical aspect complicated Britain's relationship with the EEC according to de Gaulle?

American dependency

What approach did Harold Wilson take towards EEC membership in the 1960s?

Wanted to stimulate the economy

What did de Gaulle's veto termed as 'Velvet Veto' in 1967 signify?

Rejection of membership

Which belief describes Britain's perception of its status in Europe?

An outsider

What was the focus of the EEC’s common policies?

Agriculture and technology

Which aspect did the EEC aim to address to prevent conflicts in Europe?

Economic rivalry

What did the term 'Anglo-American relationship' imply for de Gaulle?

Betrayal of Europe

What was Margaret Thatcher's position regarding a European superstate?

She opposed it

How did Brexit reflect broader issues beyond EU membership?

National identity

What was one of the reasons for David Cameron’s recommendation to remain in a reformed EU?

To enhance security cooperation

What is a potential disadvantage of joining the Euro

Loss of control over currency policy

What was one of the major advantages of the Euro?

Stabilized interest rates

What was a central theme of the 'Leave' campaign during the Brexit referendum?

Taking back control

Tony Blair’s ‘Third Way’ aimed to balance integration with what?

Cultural preservation

According to critics, what was a risk of surrendering control to EU institutions?

Bureaucratic dominance

Which party raised concerns about EU regulations in the 1990s?

Referendum Party

What was a major concern of voters that contributed to the Brexit vote?

Decline of jobs

What was the primary goal of the Entente Cordiale established in 1904?

To counterbalance German power

What does EU membership provide access to that benefits British citizens?

Single Market