P6 United Nations Quiz

What does the General Assembly focus on?

• Enforcing international law

• Declaring war

• Discussing global social, economic, and security problems

• Running national elections

Who makes up the General Assembly?

• Only rich countries

• The Security Council

• Every member of the United Nations

• Just the Secretary-General and staff

What can the General Assembly do about potential dangers or threats?

• Call in the military

• Vote out countries

• Recommend actions and alert the Security Council

• Change the ICJ ruling

What vote is needed for big decisions like peace or elections in the General Assembly?

• Unanimous vote

• Simple majority

• President's approval only

• Two-thirds majority

What happens if a country has not paid dues for two or more years?

• They are removed from the UN

• They cannot attend meetings

• They cannot vote unless a natural disaster or war caused it

• They are fined double

How often does the General Assembly meet?

• Every 5 years

• Only in emergencies

• Once a year, with extra meetings if needed

• Every month

The primary responsibility of the Security Council is:

• Maintaining international peace and security

• Promoting economic development

• Overseeing international trade agreements

• Providing humanitarian aid

How many members are in the Security Council?

• 5

• 10

• 15

• 54

What is one rule about the Security Council's operation?

• Members must leave after one year

• It only meets twice a year

• It must be ready to work all the time

• It reports to the ICJ

What kinds of issues does the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) study and report on?

• Military and war

• Space exploration

• Culture, education, and health

• Border disputes between countries