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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What problematic turn occurs in 1985 that alarms the U.S.?
(a) Russia is winning the war against Afghanistan.
(b) Syria adds help to Iran.
(c) Russia is now invading Pakistan.
(d) Israel and Iran are under terrorist attacks from one another.

2. When Clarke returns to the White House after a short break on 9/12, what does he hear Rumsfeld discussing?
(a) War with Iraq.
(b) How to get Pakistan's support.
(c) Ways to attack Afghanistan.
(d) Precautions before entering a war.

3. Initially, plans are to have Combat Air Patrol (CAP) over New York and D.C. Clarke then orders CAPs over every major city in the country. What causes him to extend the plans even further?
(a) The crash in New York.
(b) The crash into the Pentagon.
(c) The movement of the President away from the Northeast.
(d) The crash into the Sears Tower.

4. What concern does Clarke have outside the U.S.?
(a) Talks with the U.K. to begin military actions against al Qaeda.
(b) Colin Powell and other officials currently abroad.
(c) Maximizing global empathy to help retaliate against al Qaeda.
(d) Protecting the U.S. embassies overseas.

5. In addition to closing airways, what does Clarke want to safeguard?
(a) Harbors and borders.
(b) All federal buildings in all states are to close.
(c) Historical landmarks in New York and D.C.
(d) Major highways to and from New York City.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Clarke, what countries must the U.S. be concerned about?

2. What does the U.S. buy from Israel?

3. Where is President Bush at the time of the attacks?

4. What is the first thing Clarke does upon hearing the news of the World Trade Center?

5. Which country helps the U.S. strengthen its military presence in the Middle East?

(see the answer key)

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