I Need Some Organization Trivia Quiz

Answer: International Federation of Robotics

Headquartered in Frankfurt, IFR was established in 1987. The organization's members include robotics institutes, companies and associations. With the goal of advancing research and development, and cooperation between different entities in the robotics field, IFR assists young companies as well as the major industries.
Robby appeared in 1956's Forbidden Planet, Rosie is the robotic maid in the animated television show "The Jetsons", and Gort is the robot in 1951's and 2008's "The Day the Earth Stood Still".

Answer: Institution of Civil Engineers

Based in London, ICE is an international professional organization. Established in London in 1818 by three young engineers, the organization's first President was the Scottish civil engineer, and architect, Thomas Telford. With the goal of advancing knowledge and promoting cooperation in the field of civil engineering, ICE remains an established authority for engineers in a variety of disciplines.

While ICE was founded in London, and a large percentage of its members are British, membership includes engineers from over 150 countries.

Answer: Global Environment Facility

Concerned with issues of global impact, such as holes in the ozone layer, acid rain and pollutants, GEF is an international organization founded in 1991. The entity functions by supporting projects, programs and initiatives through funding of grants, support between cooperating agencies, and monitoring of strategies and progress. With the funding of programs such as those that address issues of climate change and biological diversity, GEF's goal is to sustain and protect the global environment.

Answer: Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes

Based in the United Kingdom, RAOB is believed to have originated in 1822, in London. Formed by workers in the theatrical field, the organization admitted only men, and involved them in charitable works. And, while membership is limited to men, RAOB provides assistance for members, their families, and in the case of death, their widows and orphans. During World War I, they provided ambulances for use in the war, and after the war the ambulances became England's first motorized ambulance service. Found not only in England, but also in countries such as New Zealand, Africa and India, RAOB provides local assistance and support for a number of charitable causes.

Answer: Optimist International

Based in St. Louis, Missouri, Optimist International was formed in 1919 through the combining of various clubs under one entity. The individual clubs raise their own funds and select their own projects, but all their work is dedicated to helping improve children's lives.

The organization sponsors several programs, including the Childhood Cancer Campaign, the Optimist Junior Golf Program, Optimist International Junior Bowling, and an Internet Safety program. Their motto is "Friend of Youth", and their mission is to "bring out the best in kids".

Answer: International Organisation of Good Templars

Based in Sweden, IOGT was established in the 19th century. Unlike many other groups and organizations, it made no distinction based on sex or race, treating everyone equally. Unfortunately, following America's Civil War, race did become an issue in America, and lodges became segregated.
With the goal of abstinence, or at least temperance, the lodges and membership spread rapidly throughout the United States, into Canada, and before too long, worldwide.

Answer: False

Founded in 1898, in Seattle, Washington as The Order of Good Things, the organization's name was soon changed to the Fraternal Order of Eagles. F.O.E. works to promote prosperity, peace and hope through charitable works. They support medical centers and research, provide help for the disabled and aged, and raise money to fight heart disease, cancer and numerous other health issues.
Their official emblem is the Bald Eagle, and their international headquarters are located in Columbus, Ohio.
There have been a number of notable Eagles, including President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Bob Hope and Gordie Howe.

Answer: World Meteorological Organization

Established in 1950, WMO replaced the International Meteorological Organization as the agency in charge of exchanging weather and climate information between countries. An agency of the United Nations, WMO is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. The organization has 184 member states, and works to ensure the well-being of all nations.
March 23rd is World Meteorological Day.

Answer: Food and Agriculture Organization

As an agency of the United Nations, FAO works with developed and developing nations in an effort to end hunger. The agency strives to modernize agricultural and animal husbandry practices by providing knowledge, implementing programs such as the International Plant Protection Convention, and advising on the implementation of standards and guidelines.
The agency was established in Quebec, Canada, in 1945, and is headquartered in Rome Italy. There are approximately 190 member states, and several associate members. Its motto, "fiat panis", means "let there be bread".

Answer: True

Based in Geneva, Switzerland, UNAIDS is funded by individuals, philanthropic organizations, government contributions and foundation gifts. The organization's Goodwill Ambassadors work to spread information about the facts and impact of the epidemic, as well as about the organization itself.

While the main goal is to halt the transmission of the disease, UNAIDS is also involved with providing support to communities, and individuals, suffering from HIV and Aids.