Understanding the Values of Peace

Question 1

When was the notion of a “Culture of Peace” first mentioned?

Answer 1

During the International Congress on Peace in the Minds of Men

Question 2

According to the United Nations General Assembly, when is the “International Year for the Culture of Peace”?

Answer 2

2000

Question 3

When is the “International Decade for a Culture of Peace and Non-Violence for the Children of the World”?

Answer 3

2001-2010

Question 4

True or false: Peace is not just the absence of war.

Answer 4

True

Question 5

Peace is the wholeness of life where every person can live with ___.

Answer 5

Dignity

Question 6

The new name of peace is __.

Answer 6

Development

Question 7

Who said that the new name of peace is development?

Answer 7

Pope Paul VI

Question 8

Peace is the presence of these 6 elements:

Answer 8

Harmony, understanding, tranquility, social justice, respect, and tolerance

Question 9

This refers to the development of inner harmony or inner integration characterized by self-respect, self-confidence, ability to cope with negative feelings, and developing cheerfulness and optimism.

Answer 9

Personal Level of Peace

Question 10

It is manifested by the relationship of an individual with one another

Answer 10

Interpersonal Level of Peace

Question 11

It refers to the capacity of the individual to express one’s views or exercise one’s views or exercise one’s rights without being aggressive or submissive

Answer 11

Assertiveness

Question 12

This means injuring or violating the right of others

Answer 12

Aggressiveness

Question 13

This means denying one’s own views or rights

Answer 13

Submissiveness

Question 14

This means to recognize the worth of others regardless of differences in social position, culture, origin, ethnic grouping or gender

Answer 14

Respect

Question 15

This refers to an awareness and understanding of others’ needs, feelings, and condition and extending appropriate consideration for such

Answer 15

Concern for others

Question 16

The capacity and willingness to work with others to achieve a common goal

Answer 16

Cooperation

Question 17

The willingness to approach difficult sources of information, people, and events with a critical but open mind

Answer 17

Open-mindedness

Question 18

The virtue to accept and recognize that others may have the ability similar or maybe more than you have and that recognition enables you to accept your own limitations

Answer 18

Humility

Question 19

Concerned with addressing issues that affect society and its social, political, and economic components

Answer 19

Societal/National Level

Question 20

An awareness of one’s responsibility for the common welfare and the willingness as as the readiness to work for it

Answer 20

Social Responsibility

Question 21

An awareness of the impact of the decisions and actions of individuals and groups on one another

Answer 21

Interdependence

Question 22

It requires an awareness and recognition of civil, political, economic, social, and cultural rights, especially of the marginalized sectors of society

Answer 22

Social Justice

Question 23

Concerned with attaining related issues that have a global impact or scale, such as the issue of unfair trade relations, racial discrimination, terrorism, militarization, environmental degradation, xenophobia, and others

Answer 23

Global Level

Question 24

The value of recognizing the importance of the resources in the environment

Answer 24

Respect for the Environment

Question 25

The value of recognizing the importance of being one with other humans as the semblance of God's power and love

Answer 25

Unity in the oneness of humankind

Question 26

The ability to respect and appreciate the presence of people with religious beliefs other than his own

Answer 26

Religious Appreciation

Question 27

This refers to a recognition of the presence of different cultures and such differences gives us the opportunity to learn from one another

Answer 27

Cultural Appreciation

Question 28

What does IPSP mean

Answer 28

Internal Peace and Security Plan

Question 29

True or false: The primary objective of AFP internal security operations is winning the peace rather than simply defeating the enemy

Answer 29

True

Question 30

What does AFP mean?

Answer 30

Armed Forces of the Philippines

Question 31

What are the two strategic approaches to win the peace according to the IPSP

Answer 31

The Whole of Nation Approach The People-Centered Security/Human Security

Question 32

What does UNHS mean?

Answer 32

United Nation Commission on Human Security

Question 33

This is based on the recognition that the AFP cannot single-handedly solve the internal peace and security concerns of the country

Answer 33

Whole of the Nation Approach

Question 34

This IPSP puts people's welfare at the center of its operations. "In human security operations, the protection of civilians, not defeating an enemy, is an end in itself."

Answer 34

People-Centered Security/Human Security Approach

Question 35

It refers to freedom from fear and freedom from want

Answer 35

Human security

Question 36

In its most basic sense human security is the state of being able to live with?

Answer 36

Human Dignity

Question 37

This means removing armed threats that hinder the promotion of human security efforts

Answer 37

State Security

Question 38

It is a holistic response as it is concerned with the issues and problems including militarization, structural violence, human rights, cultural solidarity, environmental care, and personal peace

Answer 38

Peace Education

Question 39

It is education that is directed to the full development of the human personality and to the strengthening of respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms

Answer 39

Peace education

Question 40

It promotes understanding, tolerance, and friendship among all nations, racial, or religious groups

Answer 40

Peace education

Question 41

What are the initiatives of peace education?

Answer 41

- Addressing violence at all levels - Providing the individuals with understanding of the forces and factors within social system - Developing a future world that is less violent, more just and secure - Promoting the symbolic relationship between humans and nature - Eliminating the threats of war, violence, and environmental destruction - Aiming for a peaceful equitable and ecologically sustainable future

Question 42

What values does peace education aim to develop among its students

Answer 42

Understanding multi-cultural society Inculcating peace to the youth and promoting peace among nations Resolving conflict peacefully Love for other persons Self-esteem, cooperation, communication, environmental concern, and multi-cultural and global awareness Attaining inner peace

Question 43

It is achieved when citizens of the world understand global problems, have the skills to resolve conflicts, and struggle non-violently, live by international standards of human rights and equity, appreciate cultural diversity, and respect the Earth and each other.

Answer 43

A culture of peace (COP)

Question 44

Aspect of culture where values, meaning and worldviews are developed

Answer 44

Spiritual aspect

Question 45

Aspect of culture that consist of language, gestures, symbols, rituals, and styles

Answer 45

Material aspect

Question 46

What are the five steps in non-violent action?

Answer 46

Information gathering Education Personal Commitment Negotiation Reconciliation and Healing

Question 47

This is a non-violent action that pertains to conducting well-informed research

Answer 47

Information gathering

Question 48

A non-violent action that entails information gathered being transmitted to others

Answer 48

Education

Question 48

A non-violent action that is not a job but a commitment to offer one's life for a cause

Answer 48

Personal Commitment

Question 49

A non-violent action which means that you are a non-violent person if you do not open yourself for negotiation

Answer 49

Negotiation

Question 50

Non-violent actions that produce both truces and settlement

Answer 50

Reconciliation and Healing

Question 51

What are the role of schools in promoting values of peace?

Answer 51

Peaceful pedagogies Disarmament education Avoid sexist education Encourage collaborative activities than competitive ones Encourage discussing the roots of conflict so they can be resolved peacefully Encourage undertaking activities that promote intercultural dialogue to develop intercultural understanding and tolerance