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International cooperation since the 20th century: Practice Questions

5 multiple-choice questions marked as you go, and 5 written questions with worked solutions. All on International cooperation since the 20th century.

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Question 1

1 mark

In what year did the Trusteeship Council suspend its operations following the independence of the last trust territory?

Question 2

1 mark

Which of the following non-governmental organisations (NGOs) is specifically identified in the curriculum as playing a role in international cooperation, particularly concerning environmental or social issues?

Question 3

1 mark

In the context of International cooperation since the 20th century, the curriculum highlights that cooperation stems from "general challenges for humanity". Which of the following statements most accurately synthesises the relationship between these challenges and the diverse functions of the United Nations (UN) as an intergovernmental organisation?

Question 4

1 mark

Palau was the last remaining United Nations trust territory. Its independence led to the suspension of which UN organ?

Question 5

1 mark

Which of the following international non-governmental organisations focuses specifically on environmental protection and addressing the destruction of nature?

Question 6

2 marks

According to the history curriculum, what are two general challenges for humanity, besides political conflicts, that require international cooperation in the 20th and 21st centuries?

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Question 7

4 marks

Besides the United Nations, international non-governmental organisations (NGOs) play a vital role in global affairs. Name one such NGO mentioned in the syllabus and state its primary area of concern.

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Question 8

5 marks

Explain the primary difference in the geographic scope of international cooperation between the United Nations and a regional organisation such as the European Union (EU).

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Question 9

4 marks

The 20th century witnessed the growth of international cooperation as a way to handle global issues. Answer the following questions:

a) Identify the major world conflict that led to the founding of the United Nations (UN) in 1945. (1 point)

b) Name TWO specific fields, besides maintaining world peace, to which the United Nations contributes significantly. (2 points)

c) Identify ONE regional organization that helps its member countries work together within a specific geographic area. (1 point)

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Question 10

5 marks

Since the 20th century, the world has faced challenges that require nations to work together. While maintaining peace is a major goal, international cooperation also focuses on social and economic issues.

a) Identify two global challenges (other than war) that emerged in the 20th century which necessitated international cooperation. (2 marks)

b) Explain how the United Nations (UN) addresses one of the challenges identified in part (a) through its specialized agencies. (3 marks)

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