P1 United Nations Quiz

What is the primary purpose of the General Assembly meetings?

• To discuss economic policies

• To maintain peace and security

• To elect new members

• To create new laws

What kind of decisions in the General Assembly require a two-thirds majority?

• Budget decisions only

• Decisions about peace, security, and electing members

• Only decisions involving the ICJ

• Economic recommendations

What is the role of the President in the General Assembly?

• To veto decisions

• To represent the UN in international matters

• To preside over each session

• To appoint new members

How many years do non-permanent members serve on the Security Council?

• Two

• Five

• Seven

• Ten

Which countries are permanent members of the Security Council?

• China, France, Russia, United Kingdom, United States

• Germany, Japan, India, Brazil, South Africa

• Canada, Italy, Spain, Australia, Mexico

• Argentina, Egypt, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia

What is the total number of members in the Security Council?

• Ten

• Fifteen

• Twenty

• Twenty-five

What is one specific job the General Assembly is responsible for regarding the United Nations' money?

• Spending the money on anything they want

• Giving the money only to the Security Council

• Maintaining and approving the UN's budget

• Asking countries for donations whenever needed

How many votes does each country have in the General Assembly?

• 1

• 2

• Can't vote at all unless they are a part of a certain committee

• It depends on the size of their population

What is the primary responsibility of the Security Council?

• Electing the Secretary-General

• Writing international laws

• Maintaining international peace and security

• Managing the UN’s money

What is the job of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)?

• To conduct trials

• To focus on international economy, culture, education, and health

• To elect Security Council members

• To watch over the UN budget