6.1 Wishes, Needs, and Rights

What are human rights?

• Freedoms and protections every person has
• Rules made by governments
• Privileges only for citizens
• Laws written in ancient times

Which document was created by the United Nations to outline basic human rights?

• The Universal Declaration of Human Rights
• The U.S. Constitution
• The Magna Carta
• The Declaration of Independence

Who is protected by human rights?

• All people, everywhere
• Only adults
• Only citizens of a country
• Only people with jobs

Which of the following is an example of a human right?

• The right to be treated fairly and equally
• The right to own a car
• The right to vote in every election
• The right to win a sports game

Which of these rights is included in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?

• The right to a fair trial
• The right to travel to space
• The right to drive
• The right to have a pet

What is the main goal of human rights?

• To protect the dignity and freedom of every person
• To give people power over others
• To create different classes of people
• To allow governments to rule more easily

What does “freedom of expression” mean?

• You can say what you think without fear
• You can speak only if your government agrees
• You can yell at anyone
• You can force others to listen to you

What does equality mean in the context of human rights?

• Everyone is treated with fairness and respect
• Everyone gets the same job
• Everyone has the same hairstyle
• Everyone earns the same amount of money

Which of the following best shows respect for human rights?

• Protecting someone from unfair treatment
• Ignoring people’s opinions
• Denying people access to education
• Allowing only one group to vote

Why is education considered a human right?

• It helps people think, grow, and take part in society
• It helps people become rich
• It teaches people to obey the government
• It makes people more popular