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Why was the European Union created? ** > >
 * The only way thought to create a lasting peace in Europe was to unite France and Germany
 * To promote economic growth within Europe
 * To encourage tolerance between different ethnic and cultural groups
 * The easing of border tensions (Schengen Agreement)
 * Unite Europe under one law and judicial system
 * To provide safety for the countries within the union
 * To unite the countries of Europe with one government
 * Ensuring safety within countries that are in need of help
 * Give a thorough history of the EU. **
 * 1950- Robert Schuman speaks of the uniting of countries to form what is now known as the European Union
 * 1951- The European Coal and Steel Community (ECSC) was formed with France, Belgium, Luxembourg, West Germany, Italy, and the Netherlands.
 * 1957- ECSC was expanded to include other parts of the original six countries economies.
 * 1973- The addition to the community as Ireland, The United Kingdom, and Denmark join
 * 1979- Direct elections took place in which European Parliament members were elected to office every five years.
 * 1993- The establishment of European Union
 * 1995-The number of countries in the Union grows to 15
 * 1999- Euro becomes the official currency in hopes of bringing together countries economies
 * 2004- Yet again the European Union grows, now accommodating 25 countries
 * 2007- Romania and Bulgaria join
 * What is the purpose of the EU? **
 * To protect countries within the Union
 * To greater the economy of Europe and the world
 * To protect the delicate environment in Europe
 * To bring together a multitude of new technology and ideas that better the world to Europe
 * To improve the way of life of the population
 * To allow steady supplies of disease-free food
 * To narrow the gap between the rich and poor
 * To support ideals of racial and ethnic tolerance
 * How does the EU benefit Europeans? **
 * The European Union has strengthened the economy
 * They have also brought down trade barriers
 * An improved education system
 * To provide a constant supply of edible food
 * Greater safety
 * To improve bonds between different countries
 * To ease trade with a common currency
 * The European Union provides a welfare system

= Country Research  =

Is Norway a member of the EU?
No. Norway takes part in many EU comities such as the EEA. Norway has been accepted into the European Union, but the population of Norway has voted against it twice. Both elections have been extremely close.

If it is not, why isn’t it a member?

 * Norway has tried to enter the EU twice but both times it was voted against by the Norwegian population.
 * The elections were only won by a close margin. The last election was 52% to 48% for not being part of the EU
 * The population that disagreed with EU policies and voted against it believe that it would sacrifice to much of Norway’s independence and wash away their culture
 * The minority for joining thinks that it will help the economy and that there is a lack of democracy, while some believe being an active part in the global community is enough.

What are the pros and cons of joining the EU for Norway
Pros: Cons:
 * The economy is boosted
 * A greater security
 * Improved education and health systems
 * Enhanced international ties
 * Less independence
 * Loss of cultural identity
 * Reduced freedom
 * Possibility for politicians to become more focused on the European Union instead of Norway

How does the EU benefit Norway?
== ·  Since Norway has been playing a pivotal role in the EU, funding and taking part in many of the agreements and committees of the EU, it has already felt many benefits of being in the union. The participation in the EU has strengthened the already sturdy economy of Norway, allowing free trade with all the countries in Europe == == ·  The union also provides security to Norway since they contribute to the Nordic battle fleet. ==
 * The European Union has also allowed Norway to take place in agreements such as the Schengen agreement easing international tension and discord.
 * The European Union also secures a constant supplies of non-poisonous food to Norway
 * The Union allows countries to interact together with ease and grace



= Resources = https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/ee.html https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/ee.html https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/ee.html http://europa.eu/abc/12lessons/lesson_5/index_en.htm

http://users.ecs.soton.ac.uk/km/pics/kirk/landscapes/images/norway-flord.jpg

http://www.partnershipforchildren.org.uk/uploads/images/Teachers/Partners%20pages/norway-flag.jpg

Encyclopedia of Cultures and Daily Life Volume 4-Europe. Detroit, MI: Gale Research 1998