War Crimes

Question 1

The world is more aware of human rights and Geneva Convention violations because of

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better technology.

Question 2

A goal of the United Nation’s International Court of Justice is to

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settle disputes between nations without the need of war.

Question 3

The International Criminal Court’s main responsibility is to

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prosecute individuals for human rights violations.

Question 4

In 1948, the United Nations created the Universal Declaration of Human Rights to

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recognize people’s basic rights.

Question 5

Why did the United Nations update the Geneva Convention in 1949?

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to protect POWs and civilians during times of war and conflict

Question 6

What steps can the UN Security Council take when a country tests nuclear missiles?

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It can pass a resolution condemning the action, then impose a series of economic sanctions against the offending country.

Question 7

How many Nazis were convicted of war crimes in Europe from 1945-1949?

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5,000 to 6,000

Question 8

Which is the best example of a crime against humanity?

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A Nazi corporal who executed thousands of Jews in a concentration camp.

Question 9

The Allies created the United Nations after World War II to

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maintain international peace and security.

Question 10

deathprobationimprisonmentapologize

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death

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