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Quiz about Peacemakers
Quiz about Peacemakers

Peacemakers Trivia Quiz

The Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to an American or American organization more than any other country. Can you identify these Peace Prize recipients? Quiz was suggested from the Nobel Peace Laureate Project of Eugene, Oregon.

A multiple-choice quiz by Rehaberpro. Estimated time: 5 mins.
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Author
Rehaberpro
Time
5 mins
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Multiple Choice
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313,138
Updated
Dec 03 21
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10
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Question 1 of 10
1. He was a 'Rough Rider', a President, and his image is carved in Mount Rushmore. Who received the 1906 Nobel Peace Prize for brokering a treaty between Japan and Russia? Hint


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Question 2 of 10
2. Woodrow Wilson, an American President, won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1919. He was honored for his concept of the League of Nations where international issues might be settled without armed conflict. Why did this award prove ironic? Hint


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Question 3 of 10
3. Frank B. Kellogg, Secretary of State during the Calvin Coolidge administration, and Aristide Briand, French Foreign Minister, jointly developed the Kellogg-Briand Pact which was recognized in the 1929 Nobel Peace Prize. Which of these is NOT true of the Kellogg-Briand Pact? Hint


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Question 4 of 10
4. Cordell Hull was awarded the 1945 Nobel Peace Prize. He was instrumental in establishing what international organization? Hint


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Question 5 of 10
5. George Marshall was a skilled organizer and planner. Not only was he a leader in the Allies' victory in Europe during World War II, but played an active part in the reconstruction and stability of western Europe. It was generally referred to as the Marshall Plan. What was the official name? Hint


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Question 6 of 10
6. Not only does the Nobel Peace Prize go to persons who have an international impact but sometimes to those who work domestically for a higher purpose. Martin Luther King, Jr. was the 1964 Nobel Peace Laureate for his work racial justice through non-violence and civil disobedience. In what year and city was he assassinated? Hint


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Question 7 of 10
7. Who was the first person of color to be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize? Hint


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Question 8 of 10
8. She first gained fame for establishing a neighborhood house. It presented a wide variety of activities for all age groups and brought a sense of identity to the community. Later she became President of the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom which gave her exposure to women all over the world. For a lifetime of activities, she was made a the 1931 Nobel Laureate. What was her name? Hint


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Question 9 of 10
9. Historians often cite this 2003 Nobel Peace Prize recipient as 'a better man than a President'. After his popularity dropped to 30%, he had little chance of re-election. But his life has been filled with humanitarian activities since that time. Who was the third American President to win the Peace Prize? Hint


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Question 10 of 10
10. Which of these people won the 1954 Nobel Prize for Chemistry and the 1962 Nobel Peace Prize? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. He was a 'Rough Rider', a President, and his image is carved in Mount Rushmore. Who received the 1906 Nobel Peace Prize for brokering a treaty between Japan and Russia?

Answer: Theodore Roosevelt

 The Russo-Japanese war was minor compared to struggles that proceeded or followed it but some historians believe its resolution delayed World War One by several years.

After international efforts failed to bring a resolution, in June 1905 Roosevelt offered his services as a mediator. Russia was reluctant but agreed to meet in August 1905 at Portsmouth, New Hampshire. After several weeks a peace treaty was signed in September 1905.

Given that Roosevelt was known as something of a hawk, his role as Assistant Secretary of the Navy, his heroics in the Spanish-American War, and his caution to 'talk softly but carry a big stick', his Peace Award seems ironic.

In June, 1905, President Roosevelt offered his good offices as mediator between Russia and Japan, asking the belligerents to nominate plenipotentiaries to negotiate on the conditions of peace. In August they met at Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and after some weeks of difficult negotiations concluded a peace treaty in September, 1905.
2. Woodrow Wilson, an American President, won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1919. He was honored for his concept of the League of Nations where international issues might be settled without armed conflict. Why did this award prove ironic?

Answer: The US Congress refused to join the League of Nations

 Wilson campaigned in 1916 on the basis that he wanted to keep the United States out of war, but unrestricted German submarine warfare drew the US into World War I in April 1917.

The pledge to establish a League of Nations was part of the Treaty of Versailles. Although a war-sick globe embraced the concept, in the US it became a political football. With his increasing physical illness, Wilson was unable to marshall political forces to bring membership in the League about.
3. Frank B. Kellogg, Secretary of State during the Calvin Coolidge administration, and Aristide Briand, French Foreign Minister, jointly developed the Kellogg-Briand Pact which was recognized in the 1929 Nobel Peace Prize. Which of these is NOT true of the Kellogg-Briand Pact?

Answer: Developed within the framework of the League of Nations

 The Pact was approved by the US Senate with only token opposition. The conferences and development took place outside the League of Nations. The Pact started as a renunciation of war between the United States and France but other nations were invited to sign, which another sixty one did.
4. Cordell Hull was awarded the 1945 Nobel Peace Prize. He was instrumental in establishing what international organization?

Answer: United Nations

 Cordell Hull was the longest serving Secretary of State during the administration of Franklin Roosevelt: he served for nearly twelve years. In 1943 Hull and his staff developed the Charter of the United Nations. This time the United States took a leadership role in the hope that the UN provides.
5. George Marshall was a skilled organizer and planner. Not only was he a leader in the Allies' victory in Europe during World War II, but played an active part in the reconstruction and stability of western Europe. It was generally referred to as the Marshall Plan. What was the official name?

Answer: European Recovery Program

 Marshall believed that the cost of supplying aid to European countries would speed physical and economic recovery. Truman asked Congress for 17 billion dollars to give aid to recovering nations without an obligation of repayment. The Eastern bloc controlled by the USSR did not participate, hence the line was drawn that defined the Cold War. General George Marshall became the 1953 Nobel Laurette for his far-reaching plan.
6. Not only does the Nobel Peace Prize go to persons who have an international impact but sometimes to those who work domestically for a higher purpose. Martin Luther King, Jr. was the 1964 Nobel Peace Laureate for his work racial justice through non-violence and civil disobedience. In what year and city was he assassinated?

Answer: 1968 in Memphis, Tennessee

 King was assassinated by James Earl Ray, according to Ray's confession. Ray was never tried for murder and King's son sought a trial to answer conspiracy theories surroundeding the death. Ray was captured in London at Heathrow Airport with a fake Canadian passport. King's martyrdom united the black civil rights movement. His birthday is a National holiday.
7. Who was the first person of color to be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize?

Answer: Ralph Bunche

 Ralph Bunche worked for the State Department but was appointed by the United Nations to negotiate a resolution to the Arab-Israeli conflict. He brought the diverse elements of the Mid-East to the island of Rhodes to agree to a peace treaty. As a result, he was honored with the 1950 Nobel Peace Prize. Reportedly, much of the agreement was reached informally while playing billiards.
8. She first gained fame for establishing a neighborhood house. It presented a wide variety of activities for all age groups and brought a sense of identity to the community. Later she became President of the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom which gave her exposure to women all over the world. For a lifetime of activities, she was made a the 1931 Nobel Laureate. What was her name?

Answer: Jane Addams

 She received much criticism during World War I because she was an outspoken pacifist. She withdrew her support of the Bull Moose Party when the Party became more hawkish. In various forms, the neighborhood house is a staple of many cities.
9. Historians often cite this 2003 Nobel Peace Prize recipient as 'a better man than a President'. After his popularity dropped to 30%, he had little chance of re-election. But his life has been filled with humanitarian activities since that time. Who was the third American President to win the Peace Prize?

Answer: Jimmy Carter

 Jimmy and Roslynn Carter started the Carter Center which works for human rights around the world. Carter's Habitat for Humanity is a model for improving housing of the poor among us. Carter often supervises elections and takes part as a negotiator in international pacts.
10. Which of these people won the 1954 Nobel Prize for Chemistry and the 1962 Nobel Peace Prize?

Answer: Linus Pauling

 Pauling was one of the most brilliant scientists of the 20th century. During World War II he worked on some military research which he later had second thoughts. He worked along with his wife in many pacifist causes. In 1962 he was recognized for his opposition to underground nuclear testing.

In both 1962 and 1968 Pauling was awarded the Lenin Peace Prize. He has also been honored for his research on sickle cell anemia.
Source: Author Rehaberpro

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