First Secretary General of the United Nations Trygve Lie resigns

First Secretary General of the United Nations Trygve Lie resigns

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The transcript covers the positions of French and Soviet representatives at the UN, with Schumann opposing UN debate on French rule in Morocco and Tunisia, and Vyshinsky maintaining Russia's stance on Korea. A significant event is the resignation of Trygve Lie, the first UN Secretary General, who steps down in hopes of fostering peace, as the Soviet bloc refused to work with him due to his support for UN actions in Korea. Lie's resignation marks the end of a chapter in UN history, aiming to open a more fruitful one for mankind.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which country's foreign minister opposed the UN debate on its rule in Morocco and Tunisia?

France

United States

United Kingdom

Soviet Union

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the Soviet Union's stance on Korea as declared by Andrei Vyshinsky?

Refusal to change their position

Neutral stance

Support for UN intervention

Withdrawal from discussions

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Trygve Lie decide to resign as the UN Secretary General?

To promote peace and cooperation

Because of a new job opportunity

To support Soviet policies

Due to health issues

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reaction of the Soviet Union towards Trygve Lie's support for UN action in Korea?

They ignored his actions

They refused to work with him

They supported him

They praised his efforts

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Trygve Lie hope to achieve by stepping down from his position?

A peaceful resolution and progress

A personal retreat

A new career path

A stronger UN leadership