UN Quiz

Where is the headquarters of the United Nations located?

• Geneva, Switzerland

• New York City, USA

• Tokyo, Japan

• Sydney, Australia

What year was the United Nations founded?

• 1918

• 1970

• 2000

• 1945

Which of these is NOT one of the three pillars of the United Nations?

• a) International peace and security

• b) Sustainable development

• c) Human rights

• d) Global trade and commerce

How many countries participate in the United Nations? (approximately)

• a) 50

• b) 100

• c) 193

• d) 240

The flag of the United Nations features what symbol?

• a) A dove

• b) A globe and olive branch

• c) A handshake

• d) A star

The UN has several specialized agencies. What does the World Health Organization (WHO) primarily focus on?

• a) Education and literacy

• b) Global health issues

• c) Food security and agriculture

• d) Cultural preservation and heritage

What two languages are NOT an official language of the United Nations?

• a) English

  Spanish

• b) Russian

  Chinese

• c) French

  Arabic

• d) German

  Dutch

What five countries have the most power when making decisions in the United Nations?

• Spain

  Germany

  Australia

  CANADA

  Brazil

• UK

  USA

  CHINA

  FRANCE

  RUSSIA

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights outlines fundamental rights for all people. When was it adopted by the UN?

• a) 1776

• b) 1918

• c) 1948

• d) 1992

Think critically! Why might some countries be hesitant to join UN peacekeeping missions?

• a) Peacekeepers are not allowed to wear colorful uniforms.

• b) Peacekeeping missions can be expensive and risky.

• c) Peacekeepers only speak English.

• d) Peacekeeping missions focus on judging national dishes.