General Facts
In what city was the U.N. officially created?
San Francisco
In what month does the U.N. General Assembly come together?
September
This signing of what document in 1945 created the United Nations?
The United Nations Charter
Who was the predecessor to the U.N. ?
The League of Nations
What is the general goal of the United Nations?
World Peace!
How old is the U.N. TODAY?
80 years old
What is the goal of UNICEF?
To help improve the lives of kids, especially those in disadvantaged areas.
What did the League of Nations fail to do?
Prevent WW2
When is the U.N.'s birthday??
October 24th
Who manages the U.N. ?
The United Nations The Security Council
Name at least one "specialized agencies".
The World Health Organization and/or UNICEF
What is an Unmoderated Caucus?
"An unmoderated caucus is a period during Model UN where formal rules are suspended, and delegates can move around freely to discuss ideas and form alliances."
Which Country was the first to sign the U.N. Charter?
China
What is the U.N. Security Council responsible for?
Managing Conflicts
What is it called when the U.N. Comes together to help make decisions?
A General Assembly
What is a "Bloc" ?
When a group of countries come together to collaborate and determine what solutions are available to them.
Today, how many countries are members of the U.N.?
193
Who originally coined the term "United Nations"?
President Franklin D. Roosevelt
Which 5 countries were the original and founding members of the U.N. ?
China, France, The U.K., The U.S., and Russia
What is the name of the position who oversees the General Assembly?
The Secretary General
Name 4 of the 5 stages of MUN:
Research, Debate, Negotiation, Resolutions, Action