Ме & ЕU

Capital city: Madrid EU member country since: 1 January 1986 Percentage of total EU population: 9.14% Language(s): Spanish Currency: Euro Currency symbol: €&nbsp; Mainly export to: 67% for EU countries, while outside the EU are 7% Seats in the European Parliament: 54 Interesting facts: 1. Football in Spain is like a religion. 2. Spain is the main olive oil producer in the world. 3. Very popular tourist destination are Alhambra and the Royal Palace.

Malaga

Capital city: London EU member country since: 1 January 1973 Percentage of total EU population: 12,9% Language(s): the main one is English, there are Welsh, Irish and ect. Currency: pound sterling&nbsp; Currency symbol: £ / GBP Mainly export to: 47% of the United Kingdom’s exports, while outside the EU 15% go to the United States and 5% to Switzerland. Seats in the European Parliament: 75 Interesting facts: 1. The author of the Harry Potter series, J.K. Rowling is from the United Kingdom. 2. For over 300 years, French was the official language of the nation. 3. There are more chickens in England than there are humans.

London

Capital city: Helsinki EU member country since: 1 January 1995 Percentage of total EU population: 1,1% Language(s): Finnish, Swedish Currency:&nbsp;Euro Currency symbol: € Mainly export to: 59% of Finland’s exports, while outside the EU 8% go to the United States and 6% to Russia. Seats in the European Parliament: 13 Interesting facts: 1. There are 168,000 lakes in Finland 2. Finland boasts 40 National Parks spanning vast area of virgin land. 3. Typically, average temperatures in Finland will be below zero C for 100 days a year.

Capital city: Bratislava EU member country since: 1 May 2004 Percentage of total EU population: 1,1% Language(s): Slovak Currency: &nbsp;Euro Currency symbol: € Mainly export to: &nbsp;85% of Slovakia’s exports, while outside the EU 2% each go to the United States, Russia and China. Seats in the European Parliament: 13 Interesting facts: 1. More than 600caves. 2. Longest leg women model is Slovakian. 3. Incredible nature, paradise for tourists.

Capital city: &nbsp;Dublin EU member country since: 1 January 1973 Percentage of total EU population: 0,9% Language(s): Irish, English Currency: Euro Currency symbol: € Mainly export to: 51% of Ireland’s exports, while 26% go to the United States and 5% to Switzerland. Seats in the European Parliament: 11 Interesting facts: 1. The submarine was invented in Ireland. 2. Only 9% of the Irish population are natural redheads. 3. Irish traditional sports – Hurling and&nbsp;Gaelic Football have developed over&nbsp;3000 years!

Capital city: Tallin EU member country since: since 1 May 2004 Percentage of total EU population: 0,3% Language(s): &nbsp;Estonian Currency: Euro Currency symbol: € Mainly export to: &nbsp;74% of Estonia’s exports, while outside the EU 7% go to Russia and 4% to Norway. Seats in the European Parliament: 6 Interesting facts: 1. All Estonian schools are connected to the Internet. 2. The country has distinctly more women than men. For every 100 females in Estonia, there are 84 men 3. Populer in the country is the Ruhnu stave church, built in 1644, is the oldest surviving wooden building in the country.

Capital city: Budapest EU member country since: 1 May 2004 Percentage of total EU population: 1,9% Language(s): Hungarian Currency: Hungarian Forint&nbsp; Currency symbol: Ft Mainly export to: 81% of Hungary’s exports, outside the EU 3% go to the United States and 2% to Turkey. Seats in the European Parliament: 21 Interesting facts: 1. 13 Hungarians had won Nobel Prizes by 2007, which is quite a lot. 2. There are over 40 different types of red peppers in Hungary. 3. There are over 15000 spas in Hungary that have Greek, Roman and Turkish architecture.

Acknowledgements:

We are very grateful to all members of our collaborative team: Alexandra Maznekova (team leader), Ivan Barakov, Daniel Rakov (game-creators), who have contributed their knowledge and skills to producing this book. Thanks for their support and patience are due to: Hrissimira Tsonevska (editor) &amp;Tsvetelina Belishka (co-editor). We would also like to thank our English teacher &amp; TEAM, whose comments and support were invaluable.

Nesho Bonchev High School 2019

Capital city: Sofia EU member country since: 1 January 2007 Percentage of total EU population: 1,4% Language(s): Bulgarian Currency: Bulgarian leva Currency symbol: lv Mainly export to: 68% of Bulgaria’s exports, while outside the EU 8% go to Turkey and 2% to China. Seats in the European Parliament: 18 Interesting facts: 1. Bulgaria is the only country in Europe that hasn’t changed its name since it was first established. This happened in 681 AD. 2. The Bulgarian army has never lost a single flag in battle. 3. In 1976 UNESCO declared the ancient Bulgarian calendar as the most accurate in the world.

Capital city: Ljubljana EU member country since: 1 May 2004 Percentage of total EU population: 0.41% Language(s): Slovenian Currency: Euro Currency symbol: € Mainly export to: 75% for EU countries, while outside the EU are 7% Seats in the European Parliament: 8 Interesting facts: 1. In Slovenia there are over 10 000 caves. The most famous of them is Postoyna. 2. The oldest wine in the world is made in the Slovenian town of Maribor. 3. Very popular tourist destination are Atomium and The Dragon Bridge.

The EU has an institutional framework aimed at promoting and defending its values, objectives and interests, the interests of its citizens and those of its member countries. The institutional framework comprises 7 institutions: ·&nbsp;the European Parliament; ·&nbsp;the European Council; ·&nbsp;the Council of the European Union (simply called ‘the Council’); ·&nbsp;the European Commission; ·&nbsp;the Court of Justice of the European Union; ·&nbsp;the European Central Bank; ·&nbsp;the Court of Auditors.

<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ORdSU0Yp_6g">Ode to Joy </a> Anthem of European Union

Every EU institution works in sync with others!

Thank you for your attention!!!

Capital city: Valleta EU member country since: since 1 May 2004 Percentage of total EU population: 0,1% Language(s): Maltese, English Currency: Euro Currency symbol: €&nbsp; Mainly export to: 39% of Malta’s exports while outside the EU 27% go to the United States, 6% to Singapore and 5% to Japan. Seats in the European Parliament: 2 Interesting facts: 1.&nbsp;Abortion&nbsp;is a&nbsp;taboo&nbsp;in Malta. 2.&nbsp;Malta has a Reputation as a Diving Hotspot. 3. Game of Thrones’ also contains several scenes filmed around the intensely photogenic capital of Valletta.

Capital city: Warsaw EU member country since: 1 May 2004 Percentage of total EU population: 7,4% Language(s): Polish Currency: Polish Złoty&nbsp; Currency symbol: zł Mainly export to: &nbsp;80% of Poland’s exports, while outside the EU 3% go to Russia and 2% from the United States. Seats in the European Parliament: 51 Interesting facts: 1. Poland has its own version of Valentine’s Day. 2. Polish engineer invented the Modern Kerosene Lamp. 3. Poland is world’s biggest exporter of amber.

Capital city: Athens EU member country since: 1 January 1981 Percentage of total EU population: 2,1% Language(s): Greek Currency: Euro Currency symbol: € Mainly export to: 56% of Greece’s exports, while outside the EU 5% go to Turkey and 4% to the United States. Seats in the European Parliament: 21 Interesting facts: 1. The most sexually active nation in the world. 2.&nbsp;Greek is the oldest written language still in existence. 3. There are more than 4000 traditional dances around the country.

Capital city: Vienna EU member country since: 1 January 1995 Percentage of total EU population: 1,7% Language(s): German Currency: Euro Currency symbol: € Mainly export to: 71% of Austria’s exports , while outside the EU 6% go to the United States and 5% to Switzerland. Seats in the European Parliament: 18 Interesting facts: 1. Haydn, Strauss, Schubert, Hitler and Mozart are Austrians. 2. There are around 20,000 private small schnapps distilleries in Austria. 3. The highest-selling energy drink on earth, Red Bull, was invented in Austria.

'Nesho Bonchev' High School 2019, 9.V class

Capital city: Brussels EU member country since: 1 January 1958 Percentage of total EU population: 2.21% Language(s): Dutch, French and German Currency: Euro, Belgian Franc Currency symbol: €, Fr Mainly export to: 72% for EU countries, while outside the EU are 8%&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Seats in the European Parliament: 21 Interesting facts: 1. Belgium is defined as "the heart of Europe". 2. Approximately 220,000 tonnes of chocolate is produced each year in Belgium. 3. Grand Place and Atomium are great places to be visited by tourists.

Capital city: Nicosia EU member country since: since 1 May 2004 Percentage of total EU population: 0,2% Language(s): Greek Currency: Euro Currency symbol: € Mainly export to: 45% of Cyprus’ exports, while outside the EU 8% go to Libya and 6% to Israel. Seats in the European Parliament: 6 Interesting facts: 1. Cyprus Is Home to the Oldest Wine Brand in the World 2. With a&nbsp;very low crime rate,&nbsp;Cyprus is also among the&nbsp;safest place in the world. 3. The Zenobi found in Cyprus ,&nbsp;a ro-ro ferry that sunk in 1980,&nbsp;is one of the top dive attractions in the world today.

Capital city: Lisabon EU member country since: 1 January 1986 Percentage of total EU population: 2.04% Language(s): Portugal Currency: Euro Currency symbol: €&nbsp; Mainly export to: 75% for EU countries, while outside the EU are 8% Seats in the European Parliament: 21 Interesting facts: 1. Portugal is the oldest country in Europe. 2. There is a festival where people are picking up garlic. 3. The Belle tower and Monastery "Jeronimush" are wonderful landmarks for tourists.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Capital city:&nbsp;Zagreb EU member country since: 1 July 2013 Percentage of total EU population: 0,8% Language(s): Croatian Currency: &nbsp;Croatian Kuna&nbsp; Currency symbol: ku Mainly export to: 66% of Croatia’s exports, while outside the EU 9% go to Bosnia &amp; Herzegovina and 4% to Serbia. Seats in the European Parliament: &nbsp;11&nbsp; Interesting facts: 1. Croatia is one of a number of filming locations for “Game of Thrones”.&nbsp; 2. The beautiful spotted Dalmatian dog&nbsp;is Croatian. 3.&nbsp;The largest and most extensive collection of remains from the Neanderthal people is located in Krapina, Croatia.

Are you a real European Citizen? Check your knowledge in our games!

<a href="https://learningapps.org/view2683572">Enjoy!</a>

This book is created by: Alexandra Maznekova - leader, book creator, designer Hrissimira Tsonevska - editor Tsvetelina Belishka - corrector Ivan Barakov - game creator

Capital city: Vilnius EU member country since: 1 May 2004 Percentage of total EU population: 0,5% Language(s): Lithuanian Currency: Euro Currency symbol: € Mainly export to: 1% of Lithuania’s exports, while outside the EU 13% go to Russia and 5% to the United States. Seats in the European Parliament: 11&nbsp; Interesting facts: 1. Lithuania is positioned in ageographical center of Europe.&nbsp; 2. The Lithuanian tongue, is the most ancient&nbsp;one. 3.&nbsp;The country is home to one of the largest moving sand dunes in Europe.

Capital city: Paris EU member country since: &nbsp;1 January 1958 Percentage of total EU population: 13,1% Language(s): French Currency: Euro Currency symbol: € Mainly export to: 59% of France’s exports, while outside the EU 7% go to the United States and 4% to China. Seats in the European Parliament: 74 Interesting facts: 1. France is by far the most popular tourist destination in the world, with some 82 million visitors annually. 2. The average French citizen eats 500 snails each year. 3.The croissant was actually invented in Austria.

Capital city: Amsterdam EU member country since: 1 January 1958 Percentage of total EU population: 0.41% Language(s): Dutch Currency: Euro Currency symbol: €&nbsp;&nbsp; Mainly export to: 76% for EU countries, while outside the EU are 6% Seats in the European Parliament: 26 Interesting facts: 1. The Netherlands national anthem is the oldest in the world. 2. The Netherlands is the world's first producer and exporter of tulips. 3. The Heineken Museum of Beer and the Museum of Navigation are very popular tourist destinations.

Capital city: Prague EU member country since: 1 May 2004 Percentage of total EU population: 2,1% Language(s): Czech Currency: Czech koruna Currency symbol: Kč Mainly export to: 84% of Czechia’s exports, while outside the EU 2% goes to both the United States and Russia. Seats in the European Parliament: 21 Interesting facts: 1. In Czech being bohemian is more than a lifestyle. 2. There are more than 2000 castels. 3. People are mad about mushrooms.

Capital city: Rome EU member country since: 1 January 1958 Percentage of total EU population: 11,8% Language(s): Italian Currency: Euro Currency symbol: € Mainly export to: 56% of Italy’s exports, while outside the EU 9% go to the United States and 5% to Switzerland. Seats in the European Parliament: 73 Interesting facts: 1.&nbsp;In central Italy, there is a fountain that flows red wine 24-hours a day. 2. The famous photo spot is&nbsp;Lago di Braies, which is a picturesque lake in the Dolomites region. 3. The tomato wasn't introduced in Italy until the 1540’s.

The European Parliament is the legislative part of the EU. It is directly elected by voters in the EU every 5 years. Together with the Council of the European Union, it implements the EU's legislative power. The current President of the European Parliament is the Italian politician Antonio Tajani (EPP), elected on 17 January 2017. The EP represents 500 million people and its role is to create different initiatives.

Capital city: Stockholm EU member country since: 1 January 1995 Percentage of total EU population: 2,0% Language(s): Swedish Currency: Swedish krona&nbsp; Currency symbol: SEK Mainly export to: 59% of Sweden’s exports, while outside the EU 10% go to Norway and 7% to the United States. Seats in the European Parliament: 20 Interesting facts: 1. Volvo, IKEA, and Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB are three of the largest companies in Sweden. 2. The Northern Lights can be seen every fall and spring all throughout Sweden. 3. Many Swedish festivals and traditions are tied into the changing of the seasons.

Capital city: Luxembourg EU member country since: since 1 January 1958 Percentage of total EU population: 0,1% Language(s): French, German Currency: Euro Currency symbol: € Mainly export to: 83% of Luxembourg’s exports, while outside the EU 3% go to both Switzerland and the United States. Seats in the European Parliament: 8 Interesting facts: 1. Luxembourg is the second richest country in the world. 2.&nbsp;Luxembourg City is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Its amazing architecture might seriously amaze you. 3. The country’s motto is “Mir wëlle bleiwe wat mir sin” meaning “We want to remain what we are”.

Capital city: Copenhagen EU member country since: 1 January 1973 Percentage of total EU population: 1,1% Language(s): Danish Currency: Danish krone Currency symbol: kr Mainly export to: 62&nbsp;% of Denmark’s exports, while outside the EU 8% go to the United States and 6&nbsp;% to Norway. Seats in the European Parliament: 13 Interesting facts: 1. The UN World Happiness Report has rated Danes as the happiest people on earth two years in a row. 2. The Copenhagen harbour is clean enough to swim in! 3. LEGO is actually Danish!

The&nbsp;European Union&nbsp;(EU) is a&nbsp;politial&nbsp;and&nbsp;economic union&nbsp;of&nbsp;28 member countries&nbsp;that are located primarily in Europe. EU policies aim to ensure the&nbsp;fre movement of people, goods, service and cpital&nbsp;within the internal market, enact legislation in justice and home affairs and maintain common policies on trade, agriculture, fisheris&nbsp;and&nbsp;regional development.

The union&nbsp;was established in 1999 and came into full force in 2002 and is composed of&nbsp;19 member countries&nbsp;which use the&nbsp;euro currency. Bulgaria became part of it in 2007

Capital city: Berlin EU member country since: 1 January 1958 Percentage of total EU population: 16,2% Language(s): German Currency: Euro Currency symbol: € Mainly export to: 59% of Germany’s exports, while outside the EU 9% go to the United States and 6% to China. Seats in the European Parliament: 96 Interesting facts: 1. Germany has more cultural activities and places than any other country&nbsp;– 6,200 museums, 820 theatres, 130 orchestras, 8,800 libraries-2013. 2. Germany has legal say on what babies can be named. 3. Germany is Europe’s second largest beer consumer.

The European Union &amp; Me

The Council of Europe is a political international organization of the countries of Europe that works for the purposes of European integration. The organization promotes cooperation among all countries in Europe in the areas of law, human rights, democratic development and cultural cooperation. The organization has 47 countries with 800 million inhabitants and is a fully autonomous body existing separately from the EU. Unlike the EU, the Council of Europe has no power to create laws. The two organizations share a common flag and anthem.

Capital city: Bucharest EU member country since: 1 January 2007 Percentage of total EU population: 3,8% Language(s): Romanian Currency: Romanian Leu Currency symbol: L Mainly export to: 75% of Romania’s exports, while outside the EU 3% go to Turkey and 2% to Russia. Seats in the European Parliament: 32 Interesting facts: 1. Europe’s best preserved delta can be found in Romania. 2. Romania has plenty of active volcanoes. 3. Romanian petracher Poenaru invented the fountain pen.

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