United Nations Quiz

When was the United Nations founded?

• 1939

• 1945

• 1960

• 1950

How many member countries did the UN have by 2011?

• 193

• 180

• 205

• 150

What is the primary responsibility of the Security Council?

• Cultural exchanges

• Promoting education

• Maintaining world peace and security

• Economic development

Which city is the permanent headquarters of the United Nations located in?

• Geneva

• London

• Paris

• New York City

Who was the first Secretary-General of the United Nations?

• Ban Ki-Moon

• Kofi Annan

• U Thant

• Trygve Lie

What does the UN not do?

• Prevent and end wars

• Make laws

• Support economic development

• Promote human rights

Which country was not one of the five permanent members of the Security Council?

• United Kingdom

• France

• Germany

• China

What was the main goal of the United Nations after World War II?

• To establish a world government

• To start a new world war

• To prevent and end wars

• To colonize unclaimed territories

Which body of the UN is described as the 'parliament of nations'?

• The General Assembly

• The Secretariat

• The Security Council

• The Economic and Social Council

What is required for a country to become a member of the UN?

• Both A and C

• A two-thirds vote of the General Assembly

• A unanimous vote by current members

• Approval by the Security Council