UN Security Council Basics
How many permanent members does the UN Security Council have?
5
What country has been at war since 2022 due to a large-scale invasion by Russia?
Ukraine
What is the square root of 64?
64
What is the capital of France?
Paris
This island nation, known for its kangaroos and the Great Barrier Reef, is located in the Southern Hemisphere.
Australia
What is the main responsibility of the UN Security Council?
Maintaining international peace and security
What militant group took control of Afghanistan in 2021?
The Taliban
What is the hardest natural substance on Earth?
Diamond
How many continents are there?
7
This country is the largest democracy in the world and is located in South Asia.
India
What is a point of order?
A Point of Order in MUN is used when a delegate believes there has been a procedural mistake. It interrupts the debate to request clarification or correction from the chair.
What is the name of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza?
Israel-Hamas War
What year did humans first land on the Moon?
1969
How many colors are in a rainbow?
7
What is the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons?
This international treaty, signed in 1968, aims to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons and promote disarmament.
What is an unmoderated caucus?
An Unmoderated Caucus in MUN is a free-form discussion where delegates move around, negotiate, and draft resolutions without the chair’s control.
What African country is experiencing a civil war between the military and the RSF?
Sudan
What is the only letter that does not appear in any U.S. state name?
Q
Which empire was ruled by Julius Caesar?
Roman Empire
what country was the first to develop nuclear weapons and dropped two atomic bombs on Japan in 1945.
United States
What is a Crisis?
A Crisis in MUN is an unexpected event or scenario that requires delegates to respond quickly, often altering the debate’s direction. It tests problem-solving and diplomacy skills.
As of now, what countries are known to posses nuclear weapons?
United States
2. Russia
3. China
4. France
5. United Kingdom
6. India
7. Pakistan
8. North Korea
9. Israel (Israel has a policy of ambiguity and has never officially confirmed or denied its nuclear capabilities)
What is the term for an animal that eats both plants and meat?
Omnivore
Who was the first U.S. president?
George Washington
What is the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons?
This treaty, often referred to as the “nuclear weapons ban treaty,” was adopted by the UN in 2017 and aims to completely eliminate nuclear weapons.