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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is the Pol-Mil Plan called "Top Secret Delenda?"

2. How does Wolfowitz add to the threats in Indonesia?

3. Who does al Qaeda ally with to create a stronger army?

4. How many cruise missiles are launched against al Qaeda camps and target buildings?

5. What does Clarke request from Rice?

Short Essay Questions

1. What are some differences between George W. Bush and Clinton? Which stands out the most to Clarke?

2. How does Afghanistan fare after the Soviets leave at the end of the 1980's? When does Usama bin Laden return, and why at this particular time?

3. How is Pakistan involved with al Qaeda? How are Pakistan and U.S. relations? As plans are developed to retaliate against al Qaeda, why is Pakistan mentioned and considered?

4. How is Clarke able to get funds for embassy hardening? What stops him and who helps him?

5. What are Rice's views of CSG when she works in the NSC for George W. Bush's administration?

6. What are the results of al Qaeda's first act of war against the U.S. since their issued fatwa? How does it affect more than just U.S. citizens?

7. According to Clarke, what credit does he give Usama bin Laden?

8. In terms of taking action against terrorism, where does the White House stand? The Pentagon? How is this seen in their decisions?

9. What are the obstacles in planning a snatch for Abu Hafs al-Muratani, an associate of bin Laden, in Khartoum?

10. What are the general American reactions to U.S.'s retaliation with missiles? How do they come to this conclusion? Is it reasonable?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Some countries actively or indirectly support terrorism such as Iran, Sudan, Pakistan and Afghanistan. Choose one country and research in detail the political situation of the country. How do the current events of the time breed terrorism? What is happening that influences the government to turn to terrorism over other alternatives?

Essay Topic 2

Choose one President's term and research acts of terrorism during the four-year term. Explain how the President responds to terrorism during his term. What influences the President's decision? What acts of terrorism test the President more than others?

Essay Topic 3

Who are the key officials in the immediate reactions of the 9/11 attacks? How are they key officials? What are their roles?

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