How Much Do You Know About The Uncrc?
In 1989, countries around the world came together because they believed that children everywhere deserved to lead happy, safe and productive lives. The result was an international agreement called the UNCRC that makes sure these rights are being protected. Take this quiz to see how much you know about this important international tool for children's rights!
- 1.What does the UNCRC stand for?
- A.
United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. Duh!
- B.
Understanding National Concerns Regarding Children.
- C.
University of North Carolina Research Centre.
- D.
United Norwegian Cats for Ringworm Care.
- 2.Every human being under the age of _____ is protected by the UNCRC?
- A.
100!
- B.
18
- C.
21?
- D.
Trick question! It protects people of all ages.
- 3.Every country in the world has ratified the Convention. Which 2 countries have not?
- A.
Narnia?
- B.
Lilliput and Blefuscu.
- C.
Ankh-Morpork and Überwald.
- D.
The United States and Somalia.
- 4.How many articles are there in the UNCRC?
- A.
54
- B.
A lot? I don't have any idea!
- C.
100
- D.
1?
- 5.Children are allowed to do any type of work
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 6.Children have a right to get and share information
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 7.Children have to speak the language which most other people in their country speak
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 8.Children have a right to privacy
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 9.What are the guiding principals of the UNCRC? You can pick more than one.
- A.
Children everywhere are equal. They have the right to be treated equally.
- B.
Children everywhere have the right to live their lives safely and develop to the fullest.
- C.
Children everywhere have the right to protection from harmful influences, abuse and exploitation.
- D.
Children everywhere have the right to participate fully in family, cultural and social life.
- 10.Why do YOU think the UNCRC is important?
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