Human Rights Quiz

When did the United nations form?

• After WWI

• After WWII

• Before WWII

• During the Vietnam War

What is the name for the nations that make up the United Nations?

• The Security Council

• League of Nations

• The General Assembly

• Congress

What is the purpose of the Security Council?

• To check and balance decisions made by the General Assembly

• To provide secret services to the head of the United Nations

• To advise members of the General Assembly

• To act as ambassadors between the United Nations and other countries

Even though the UN was originally a peacekeeping organization, it has now morphed into promoter of economic development and protectorate of human rights around the world. What document was passed in 1948 that supported this shift?

• The Declaration of the Rights of Man

• Wilson's 14 Points

• Declaration of Independence

• Universal Declaration of Human Rights

Which one-party states have violated the rights outlined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?

• US and USSR

• US and China

• USSR and China

• North Korea and China

In developed countries, in what ways have women experienced social progress during the late 20 and early 21st centuries?

• Increase in education and literacy rates

• More job opportunities

• Holding political office

• Access to better health care

The Catholic Church began it's recent reformation in the 1960s breaking down the traditional establishments of the Church. What policy was developed to refocus the Church's goals on kindness, giving, and acceptance of other religions?

• Liberation Theology

• Liberation Movement

• Theological Acceptance

• Peace & Love Theology