History of the League of Nations and United Nations

When was the League of Nations formed?

• After WWI

• After WWII

• Before WWI

• In 1945

How many countries initially consisted in the League of Nations?

• 42

• 51

• 27

• 100

Which country was NOT part of the League of Nations?

• United States

• France

• United Kingdom

• Italy

What were the two basic goals of the League of Nations?

• Collectively preserve peace and promote international cooperation in economic and social affairs.

• Expand colonial empires and increase military power.

• Establish a single world government and abolish all national borders.

• Promote economic isolation and restrict international trade.

The League of Nations failed at keeping peace, which led to which major event?

• World War I

• World War II

• Cold War

• United Nations formation

On what date did the League of Nations officially become the United Nations?

• October 24, 1945

• June 26, 1945

• September 1, 1939

• November 11, 1918

How many member states did the United Nations have when it was formed?

• 42

• 51

• 100

• 27

Who coined the name 'United Nations'?

• FDR

• Winston Churchill

• Woodrow Wilson

• Harry S. Truman

What does the UN symbol show?

• World held by Olive Branches

• A dove with an olive branch

• A handshake between two people

• A globe surrounded by stars

What do the olive branches in the UN symbol represent?

• Peace

• Unity

• Strength

• Prosperity