United Nations - General
The UN was created shortly after this major global conflict ended in 1945, with the goal of preventing another world war.
What is World War II?
- I played Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter series.
- I became an advocate for gender equality and gave a major speech at the UN about the issue.
Who is Emma Watson?
UN Connection: Watson became a UN Women Goodwill Ambassador in 2014. She launched the HeForShe campaign, which encourages men and boys to become advocates for gender equality rather than treating it as an issue that only concerns women. Her UN work helped bring gender equality conversations to a younger, global audience.
The main headquarters of the United Nations is located in this major U.S. city.
What is New York City?
This is the name of Illinois State University's beloved bird mascot.
Who is Reggie Redbird?
This organization provides emergency food assistance to people facing hunger and is the world's largest humanitarian organization focused on hunger and food security.
UN!
Explanation: The World Food Programme (WFP) is an organization within the United Nations that provides food assistance around the world.
How many countries are currently members of the United Nations?
What is 193?
- I played Lara Croft in Tomb Raider and Maleficent in Maleficent.
- I became deeply involved in humanitarian work after visiting refugee camps in Cambodia.
Who is Angelina Jolie?
UN Connection: Jolie became a UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador in 2001 and later a Special Envoy. She visited refugee camps and displacement-affected communities in dozens of countries, meeting directly with refugees and bringing attention to forced displacement. Her role included advocating with governments and international leaders for stronger responses to refugee crises.
This Italian city is home to the headquarters of the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), as well as two other major UN food agencies.
What is Rome?
ISU was founded in this year as a teacher-training school.
What is 1857?
This organization is a military alliance of countries that agree to defend one another if one member is attacked.
NOT UN!
Explanation: NATO is a separate international military alliance focused on collective defense. It works with the UN on some issues, but it is not part of the United Nations.
This UN body is responsible for approving the organization's budget and electing members to bodies such as the Security Council and Economic and Social Council.
What is the General Assembly?
- I starred in Roman Holiday and Breakfast at Tiffany's.
- After my acting career, I became a Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF and traveled around the world advocating for children.
Who is Audrey Hepburn?
UN Connection: Hepburn became a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador in 1989. She used her celebrity and public platform to advocate for children experiencing poverty and humanitarian crises, personally visiting affected communities and speaking publicly about their needs. Her work helped bring international attention to UNICEF's mission.
This European capital is home to one of the UN’s four major headquarters, as well as the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
What is Vienna, Austria?
This ISU student organization runs the oldest collegiate circus in the United States.
What is Gamma Phi Circus?
This organization works to protect and promote the rights of children around the world and provides humanitarian assistance in areas affected by conflict and disasters.
UN!
Explanation: UNICEF is a United Nations organization that works to protect children’s rights and provide health care, education, nutrition, and emergency assistance to children around the world.
What is the name of the UN's principal judicial organ, which settles legal disputes between states and gives advisory opinions on international law?
What is the International Court of Justice (ICJ)?
- I spent 27 years in prison while fighting against apartheid in South Africa and later became an international symbol of racial equality.
- The United Nations established an annual international day honoring my commitment to peace, freedom, and human rights.
Who is Nelson Mandela?
UN Connection: Mandela became a global symbol of the fight against apartheid, racism, and inequality. The UN strongly opposed apartheid through diplomatic pressure, sanctions, and international advocacy. In recognition of his legacy, the UN established Nelson Mandela International Day (July 18), encouraging people around the world to dedicate time to community service.
This South American country is home to the headquarters of the UN Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean.
What is Chile?
Before becoming the Redbirds, ISU's athletic teams were known by this unusual nickname.
What are the Fighting Teachers?
This organization brings together countries in Africa to promote peace, security, and economic cooperation across the continent.
NOT UN!
Explanation: The African Union (AU) is a separate organization made up of African countries that works to promote peace, security, and economic cooperation across the continent. It works closely with the UN but is not part of the United Nations.