Social Studies Kids: All About the United Nations

The video explores the role of the United Nations in global peacekeeping and humanitarian aid. It covers the UN's establishment post-World War II, its structure, and its operations today. The video also introduces Model UN, a simulation for students to learn about diplomacy and international relations.

Which leaders were instrumental in the formation of the United Nations?

• Joseph Stalin

• All of the above

• Franklin Delano Roosevelt

• Winston Churchill

In which year did the United Nations Charter come into effect?

• 1988

• 1952

• 2001

• 1945

How many member countries does the United Nations currently have?

• 100

• 550

• 193

• 275

Where is the headquarters of the United Nations located?

• Moscow

• New York City

• Geneva

• Stockholm

Which committee is considered the most powerful within the United Nations?

• Economic and Social Council

• Security Council

• International Court of Justice

• General Assembly

What color berets or helmets are worn by UN peacekeepers?

• Yellow

• Red

• Blue

• White

What is the primary focus of UNICEF?

• Environmental protection

• Economic development

• Children's welfare

• Military aid

How many students participate in Model UN each year?

• 250,000

• 10,000

• 400,000

• 150,000

What skills can students develop through participation in Model UN?

• All of the above

• Research

• Leadership

• Public speaking

What is the main goal of a Model UN committee?

• None of the above

• To influence the actual UN

• To make a presentation

• To pass a resolution