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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is the Navy officer unsure of whether to contact Clarke about the World Trade Center bombing in 1993?
(a) It's the first major domestic terrorist attack.
(b) The FBI already arrives on scene.
(c) Freeh tells him not to.
(d) Clarke is not a popular figure amongst the military.

2. How does the U.S. affect the Iran-Iraq war?
(a) Secretly gives arms to Iran.
(b) Gives intelligence to Iraq.
(c) Helps stop the war with peace talks.
(d) The sanctions by the U.S. on both countries affects Iran more.

3. According to the Counter-terrorism Security Group, what possible target is a major concern?
(a) Embassies across the globe.
(b) The World Exposition in New York.
(c) Political Conventions.
(d) Olympic Games in Atlanta.

4. What risky task does Gallucci have at the Agricultural Ministry?
(a) He must convince Hussein to let the U.N. in for inspections.
(b) Lead a surprise raid to obtain proof of a nuclear program.
(c) Negotiate with terrorists to bring an American hostage home.
(d) Distract the Republican Guards as others raid a nearby building.

5. What had Clarke admitted to on a "60 Minutes" interview with Bonin just days before the 9/11 attacks?
(a) He wants Bush impeached.
(b) He believes a big attack is inevitable.
(c) He had plans to retire in a month.
(d) He is frustrated with the Bush administration's lack of focus on al Qaeda.

Short Answer Questions

1. What problematic turn occurs in 1985 that alarms the U.S.?

2. What does Freeh believe is the cause of Saudi Arabia's lack of cooperation with the FBI?

3. In 1996, who does the U.S. fear will plan terrorist attacks on Americans?

4. What does Clinton make sure the U.N. does after Black Hawk Down?

5. During the Iran-Iraq war, what stance does the U.S. take?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the dispute between the FBI and Clarke concerning Air Marshalls?

2. Why does Clarke believe the fight against terrorism begins with Reagan's administration?

3. How does Saddam try to assassinate George H.W. Bush? Describe the subsequent events that allow the U.S. to discover that Iraq is responsible for the attempt.

4. During the 1990s, what is the political situation in Bahrain? How does this affect the U.S.?

5. How does Usama bin Laden become involved in the efforts of Afghanistan?

6. What are Clarke's feelings about Iraq after the World Trade Center is attacked on September 11, 2001? What does he wish for, and why?

7. Explain the steps and methods the FBI takes to determine the cause of the TWA 800's explosion. What do the FBI and other departments believe the cause is as the investigation progresses?

8. Describe Saudi Arabia's situation as Iraq starts to look into Kuwait. What options does the Saudi King have? What factors must he consider in his decisions?

9. What is Operation Staunch? How does it further influence the Iran-Iraq war?

10. How does Iraq involve Israel into the Persian Gulf War? How is this a smart strategy for Iraq?

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