2nd Humanities Unit 2: Laws and Organizations

What is the concept of law?

• A set of rules established and enforced by the government to maintain social order.

• Guidelines suggested by individuals to follow in daily life.

• Arbitrary decisions made by authorities without basis in logic or justice.

Why are international laws important?

• They only benefit large, economically powerful countries.

• They serve as suggestions without enforcement mechanisms.

• They establish global cooperation and ensure peace among nations.

What is embassy immunity?

• A rule that allows citizens of a country to ignore local laws abroad.

• A privilege that exempts diplomats from certain laws of the host country.

• A protection offered exclusively to ambassadors' family members

What is the principle of non-interference?

• The idea that no state should intervene in the internal affairs of another.

• A policy that allows one country to dictate another's laws.

• The right of powerful nations to oversee smaller countries' decisions.

What is the purpose of UNICEF?

• To advocate for children's rights and provide humanitarian aid worldwide.

• To regulate international trade agreements.

• To manage global economic policies.

What is the purpose of WHO?

• To coordinate international efforts to improve public health.

• To resolve political disputes between nations.

• To manage worldwide environmental conservation.

What is the purpose of the ONU?

• To ensure fair distribution of wealth among countries.

• To promote international peace and security and foster cooperation.

• To monitor cultural preservation in all member nations.

How do international laws protect citizens?

• By allowing military intervention in every conflict.

• By making all nations follow the same cultural norms and practices.

• By establishing standards for human rights and resolving disputes peacefully.

What are human rights?

• Privileges granted by governments to select groups of people.

• Rights that are applicable only during emergencies.

• Basic rights and freedoms every person is entitled to, regardless of status.

How many rights are included in the International Declaration of Human Rights?

• 25

• 30

• 35