π Topic Summary
Understanding the United Nations (UN) and the European Union (EU) is crucial in AP Human Geography. The UN aims to maintain international peace and security, develop friendly relations among nations, and promote social progress, better living standards, and human rights. The EU, on the other hand, is a political and economic alliance of European countries that promotes free movement of people, goods, services, and capital within its member states. Studying these organizations helps understand globalization, political geography, and economic interdependence.
π Part A: Vocabulary
Match the term with its correct definition:
| Term |
Definition |
| 1. Supranationalism |
A. An economic and political union of European countries. |
| 2. United Nations |
B. A state's external relations. |
| 3. European Union |
C. An international organization working for world peace. |
| 4. Geopolitics |
D. Cooperation involving multiple countries giving up some control. |
| 5. Foreign Policy |
E. The study of the influence of geography on politics. |
(Match the numbers to the letters to test your knowledge!)
βοΈ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Complete the paragraph below using the following words: Sovereignty, Trade, Development, Security, Cooperation
The United Nations promotes global __________, especially in areas such as economic __________ and international __________. Member states engage in __________ to address shared challenges, but the UN also respects national __________.
π€ Part C: Critical Thinking
How does the concept of Sovereignty impact the effectiveness of international organizations like the UN and EU? Give specific examples.