National Children's ParliamentOnline version National Children’s Parliament in Belize City by Ncfc Belize 1 What is the purpose of the National Children’s Parliament in Belize? a To entertain children b To provide a platform for children to voice their opinions in governance c To teach children about science d To hold elections for children 2 In what year was the National Children’s Parliament in Belize established? a 2015 b 2017 c 2019 d 2021 3 Which organization leads the initiative for the National Children’s Parliament? a Ministry of Education b UNICEF c National Committee for Families and Children (NCFC) d Belize Scouts Association 4 What international treaty is the Children’s Parliament aligned with? a Paris Agreement b United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) c Geneva Convention d Global Compact on Migration 5 How often is the National Children’s Parliament held? a Monthly b Annually c Every two years d Every five years 6 Who participates in the National Children’s Parliament? a Only adults b Only high school students c Children and youth representatives from across Belize d Government ministers 7 What is the typical age range of participants? a 5–10 years b 8–12 years c 10–17 years d 16–20 years 8 What is the role of the child Speaker of the House in the Children’s Parliament? a To write laws b To moderate debates and maintain order c To lead protests d To give speeches only 9 What roles can children take on during the Children’s Parliament? a Teachers and students b Journalists and police officers c Prime Minister, Ministers, Opposition Leader, and Speaker d Business owners 10 Who mentors the participants for their roles in the Children’s Parliament? a Teachers only b Parents c Members of the National Assembly d International consultants 11 What issues are typically discussed during sessions of the Children’s Parliament? a Sports and entertainment b Education, climate change, and child rights c Fashion trends d Elections and taxes 12 Where does the National Children’s Parliament session take place? a Belize City Civic Center b National Assembly Building in Belmopan c The Bliss Center for the Performing Arts d Central Park 13 How does the Children’s Parliament influence national policy? a By making final laws b By highlighting children’s concerns for policymakers c By organizing elections d By replacing the National Assembly 14 What skills do participants develop during the Children’s Parliament? a Acting and singing b Public speaking, leadership, and critical thinking c Cooking and crafting d Farming and fishing 15 What is the role of the Opposition Leader in the Children’s Parliament? a To propose new laws b To critique government proposals and present alternative ideas c To manage debates d To represent teachers 16 Which article of the UNCRC highlights the right of children to participate in decisions affecting them? a Article 5 b Article 12 c Article 15 d Article 20 17 What is the significance of the National Children’s Parliament in promoting democracy? a It creates jobs for children b It trains future teachers c It replaces government officials d It fosters youth participation and inclusivity 18 What global day is often associated with the Children’s Parliament? a Universal Children’s Day (November 20) b Earth Day c International Women’s Day d World Health Day 19 How does the Children’s Parliament promote child rights? a By educating children about laws and encouraging advocacy b By holding protests c By creating laws for children d By funding schools 20 Which government ministry supports the Children’s Parliament? a Ministry of Human Development, Families, and Indigenous Peoples’ Affairs b Ministry of Finance c Ministry of Agriculture d Ministry of Tourism 21 What Belizean holiday highlights children’s achievements, including the Parliament? a Child Stimulation Month b Independence Day c Garifuna Settlement Day d Easter 22 How does the Children’s Parliament reflect Belize’s commitment to the SDGs? a By focusing on affordable housing b By developing new industries c By promoting free trade d By supporting education, gender equality, and reducing inequalities 23 Who is responsible for ensuring the Children’s Parliament aligns with international child rights standards? a National Assembly b Ministry of Education c National Committee for Families and Children (NCFC) d United Nations