Which treaty did Irish voters reject in 2008 and approve in a second referendum in 2009?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. The Treaty of Lisbon, which changed how the European Union makes decisions
- Step 1: The first vote was in June 2008. Step 2. After guarantees were agreed, a second vote in October 2009 approved it. Answer: the Treaty of Lisbon. Why not the others: the other treaties were not the subject of these votes.
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