Challenge 7 test 3rd grade

What is the primary role of the United Nations (UN)?

• To provide economic aid to underdeveloped nations

• To promote international cooperation and peace

• To regulate international trade

• To oversee global health initiatives

Which body within the UN has the primary responsibility for maintaining international peace and security?

• International Court of Justice

• UN Security Council

• UN General Assembly

• UN Economic and Social Council

What can the UN Security Council do to maintain peace?

• Only deploy peacekeeping forces

• Only mediate negotiations

• Authorize peacekeeping operations, impose sanctions, and authorize the use of force

• Provide humanitarian aid only

What is meant by 'UN veto power'?

• The ability of any UN member to propose a resolution

• The power of certain permanent members to block any resolution

• The power of non-permanent members to propose sanctions

• The ability of the General Assembly to override a Security Council decision

What are 'sanctions' as used by the United Nations?

• Financial assistance to countries

• Diplomatic privileges

• Measures against nations or groups to prevent a threat to peace

• Awards given to countries for peaceful resolutions

What is a 'ceasefire' in conflict resolution terms?

• A permanent peace agreement

• A temporary stopping of fighting

• A strategy to remove leaders from power

• A negotiation technique

What is the goal of peacebuilding?

• To immediately stop all conflicts

• To enhance military strength

• To create conditions for lasting peace after a conflict

• To establish a temporary truce

What does 'dialogue' in the context of conflict resolution involve?

• Signing formal peace treaties

• Open and constructive communication

• Ignoring past grievances

• Focusing solely on future interactions

The United Nation's role as a Worldwide Organization:

• is a collective defense against common threats

• resolves legal conflicts between nations.

• negotiates trade agreements, settling trade disputes.

  
  

• maintain international peace, protect human rights, and address global challenges.

  
  

Where is the UN located?