Ⅰ.课文理解
1．When was the UN set up?
A．In October 1945.
B．In November 1945.
C．In October 1950.
D．In November 1950.
2．Which of the following is NOT the UN’s main purpose?
A．To keep international peace.
B．To develop friendly relationships among nations.
C．To work together in solving international political conflicts and in promoting respect for human rights.
D．To be the centre of economy and culture in the world.
3．The UN’s work involves ________.
A．improving international laws
B．helping to end some of the world’s most horrible conflicts
C．assisting the victims of wars and disasters
D．all of the above
4．Where do the UN soldiers come from?
A．Every country in the world.
B．Different countries that belong to the UN.
C．The developed countries.
D．The developing countries.
5．Which of the following is TRUE about the writer’s work in the UN?
A．It is well paid.
B．It involves taking part in peacekeeping operations.
C．It involves visiting countries where the UN has programmes to help people.
D．It involves teaching women in South Africa to make baskets.
