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1. 1.

   The olive branch (top) is a symbol of peace. Discuss why they are used for the UN logo (below). Can you locate the map of the world? What do you notice about it? How do you think the map represents the idea of unity?

    

2. 2.

   Do you agree that the establishment of the UN is the only way to prevent wars?

3. 3.

   Do you think the UN has been able to fulfill the function of establishing peace in today's world? Give reasons

4. 4.

   .What comes to your mind when you think of war? Should we fight wars to achieve our objectives?

5. 5.

   Choose the correct answer.

   1. Where were the atom bombs dropped during the Second World War?
      1. Hiroshima and Nagasaki
      2. Tokyo
      3. Beijing
      4. Kyoto
   2. Where did the representatives of 51 countries meet to sign the UN charter?
      1. San Franciso
      2. New York
      3. London
      4. New Delhi
   3. How many permanent members does the UN Security Council have?
      1. 5
      2. 10
      3. 15
      4. 20
   4. Who was the first Secretary General of the UN?
      1. Trygve Lie
      2. Antonio Guterres
      3. Dr Rajendra Prasad
      4. Kofi A. Anna
   5. Which of these is not an official language of the UN?
      1. French
      2. Russian
      3. Chinese
      4. German
6. 6.

   Fill in the blanks.

   1. In 1919, the League of ______________ was formed.
   2. In 1919, ______________ began the Second World War.
   3. The UN was formed on ______________.
   4. The UN was established to prevent ______________.
   5. ______________ runs 'Anganwadi' programmes in rural India.