Quiz 5 – Module 1 – Human Rights Quiz

1) Which of the following statements about human rights is NOT true?

They are entitlements held by all people.

They apply equally to everyone around the world, without distinction of any kind

They only apply to certain groups of people

They help us to respect each other and live with each other

2) The four interrelated and interdependent categories of human rights include: (check all that apply)

Cultural rights

Economic rights

Intellectual rights

Social rights

Animal rights

Civil and political rights

3) Examples of social rights include: (choose one)

The right to optimal health and the rights to adequate housing, food and quality education

The right to socialize with your friends when you want to

The right to get together in groups for meetings

4) Which of the following is NOT an example of economic rights with the United Nations treaty system:

the right to own property

the right to protection from torture and violence

the right to earn a living from work that is freely chosen

the right to equal pay for equal work

the right to access technical and vocational training programs

5) True or False: Cultural rights deal with protecting, developing and enjoying one’s cultural identity.

True

False

6) Civil and political rights include:

the right to life, liberty and security of person

the right to freedom of opinion

the right to protection from torture and violence

the right to vote and run for political office

All of the above

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