4.2 International Organizations

What are international organizations?

• Groups formed by businesses to improve the economy

• Groups formed by countries to solve global problems and achieve common goals

• Private companies that manage international trade

• Groups that promote local cultural events

What do we mean when we say an organization is an ‘intergovernmental organization’?

• A private group that promotes business partnerships

• A group of countries that work together on shared goals through formal agreements

• A non-profit organization that supports environmental causes

• An individual country acting independently

What is the purpose of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)?

• To promote free trade between Europe and Asia

• To protect member countries from armed attacks

• To reduce poverty in developing nations

• To organize cultural exchange programs

What is the goal of the United Nations (UN)?

• To support global businesses in expanding internationally

• To promote peace, security, human rights, and social progress

• To increase global tourism

• To fund scientific research

Where is the United Nations headquartered?

• Geneva, Switzerland

• Paris, France

• New York City, United States

• London, United Kingdom

What is the purpose of the United Nations Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF)?

• To promote environmental conservation

• To provide health care, nutrition, education, and emergency relief to children and mothers

• To organize sporting events for underprivileged children

• To manage global trade policies

What three areas does UNICEF focus on to fulfill its mission?

• Economic Growth, Political Stability, Cultural Preservation

• Child Survival and Development, Basic Education and Gender Equality, Child Protection and Social Inclusion

• Military Defense, Trade Agreements, Environmental Conservation

• Disaster Relief, Infrastructure Building, Social Media Campaigns

What is the goal of the World Trade Organization (WTO)?

• To organize international sports competitions

• To ensure smooth and fair global trade between countries

• To manage international military alliances

• To monitor environmental policies

What kind of policies does the WTO support to fulfill its mission?

• Increasing tariffs and limiting imports

• Lowering tariffs, removing trade barriers, resolving trade disputes

• Promoting cultural festivals and global tourism

• Encouraging countries to close their borders

How does the World Court contribute to the work of the United Nations?

• By resolving trade disputes between businesses

• By solving legal disagreements between countries and offering guidance on international law

• By funding global infrastructure projects

• By organizing peace rallies