CL.6 BK.6-4-War and Peace

What can cause conflicts between countries?

• Weather patterns

• Cultural festivals

• Technological advancements

• Territorial disputes, resource competition, ideological differences, historical grievances, economic competition, and political alliances.

Name one organization that helps people affected by wars.

• World Health Organization (WHO)

• International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

• International Monetary Fund (IMF)

• United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)

What is one major goal of the United Nations?

• To establish a global currency.

• To promote international peace and security.

• To regulate international trade exclusively.

• To promote national sovereignty above all.

How can conflicts be resolved without violence?

• Use communication, negotiation, and mediation to resolve conflicts peacefully.

• Ignore the conflict and hope it resolves itself.

• Escalate the situation to show dominance.

• Use force to intimidate the other party.

What are some consequences of war on families?

• Consequences of war on families include loss of life, displacement, psychological trauma, economic hardship, and disruption of education.

• Enhanced educational opportunities

• Improved economic stability

• Increased family gatherings

What happens to historic sites during a war?

• Historic sites are often damaged, destroyed, or repurposed during a war.

• Historic sites are preserved and celebrated during a war.

• Historic sites are completely ignored and left untouched during a war.

• Historic sites are used as military bases during a war.

Why is it important for countries to cooperate?

• It is important for countries to cooperate to tackle global challenges and promote peace and prosperity.

• It is unnecessary for countries to communicate with each other.

• Cooperation leads to increased isolationism.

• Countries should compete to dominate resources.

What is a refugee?

• A refugee is a person who is seeking employment abroad.

• A refugee is someone who travels for leisure.

• A refugee is an individual who has been forcibly removed from their home country for economic reasons.

• A refugee is someone who seeks safety in another country due to fear of persecution.

How does war affect the natural environment?

• War promotes environmental conservation efforts.

• War leads to increased wildlife populations.

• War negatively impacts the natural environment by causing habitat destruction, pollution, and loss of biodiversity.

• War has no impact on the natural environment.

What role do economic interests play in conflicts?

• Economic interests are a primary driver of conflicts, as they involve competition for resources and wealth.

• Economic interests have no impact on conflicts.

• Conflicts are solely caused by cultural differences.

• Economic interests are always secondary to political motives.