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

A
restrict people’s basic rights.
B
prosecute countries that violate people’s rights
C
recognize people’s basic rights.
D
support countries that violate people’s rights.
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A
death
B
probation
C
imprisonment
D
apologize
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What conclusion was reached by the High Commissioner for Human Rights group based on the UN report of human rights violations in North Korea?

A
It found that North Korean officials prevented food, medicine and other international aid from reaching citizens.
B
It found that North Korean officials murdered, starved and tortured thousands of prisoners of war.
C
It found that North Korean officials stockpiled weapons and completed nuclear tests in violation of international law.
D
It found that North Korean officials murdered, starved and tortured thousands of people in secret prison camps.
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The chart shows the organization of the United Nations.

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A
Economic and Social Council
B
General Assembly
C
Secretariat
D
International Court of Justice.
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The world is more aware of human rights and Geneva Convention violations because of

A
better technology.
B
better reporting.
C
more truthful countries.
D
more investigators.
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What protects humanitarian aid workers during times of war?

A
the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
B
the International Criminal Court
C
the World Health Organization
D
the Geneva Convention
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Why did the United Nations update the Geneva Convention in 1949?

A
to help settle disputes between nations before war breaks out
B
to promote worldwide peace and international cooperation
C
to protect POWs and civilians during times of war and conflict
D
to prosecute Nazis for war crimes against POWs and civilians

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