L18_Vocabulary

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What is the term for an international group formed by nations, often with the goal of increasing trade or security?

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intergovernmental organization (IGO)

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What is the term for an international group formed by private individuals and associations to provide a service or pursue a public policy?

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nongovernmental organization (NGO)

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What is the term for a system for maintaining peace based on an agreement among nations to act together to prevent or defend against aggression?

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collective security

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What is the term for economic development that meets the needs of people today without exhausting the resources that will be needed to sustain future generations?

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sustainable development

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What is the term for an international agreement on matters of broad interest?

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Convention

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What is the term for variations in Earth's overall climate over periods of time?

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global climate change

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What is the term for an amendment or addition to a treaty or convention?

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protocol

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What is the term for rights that are regarded as belonging to all people; such as the right to life, liberty, and equality before the law, as well as freedom of religion, expression, and assembly?

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Human Rights

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What is the term for speaking out on issues of concern?

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advocacy

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Which international organization is primarily responsible for maintaining international peace and security?

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United Nations (UN)