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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. What does bin Laden and Zawahiri do to gain Rahman's release?

2. Who vetoes the snatch against Usama bin Laden in 96-97?

3. What happens on August 7, 1998?

4. Why does the CIA have extra motivation to catch Kansi?

5. What assures Clarke of the "conceptual breakthrough" that terrorism is now a concern for many?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. Who is Jamal al -Fadl, how does he help U.S. intelligence, and why?

3. List in detail the concerns Clarke has in protecting the troops during the first Iraq War against "special" weapons.

4. 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?

5. What Millennium attack plans are foiled and how are they foiled?

6. 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?

7. What is the transition from Clinton's administration to George W. Bush's administration like for Clarke and those working in counter-terrorism? How is this transition received by Clarke and others in counter-terrorism?

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

9. What is a Pol-Mil Plan? How does it get started?

10. Describe the political cartoon that reflects Clarke's feelings about the Bush administration. What does this motivate Clarke to do?

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

Outline Clarke's role in the government from his first term with Reagan to his last term with George W. Bush. What changes does Clarke go through in his career?

Essay Topic 3

"Against All Enemies" is through the eyes of a government official. Write an essay on how 9/11 and other terrorist acts affect non-government civilians. Research primary sources such as newspapers, books, articles. How does the public feel about terrorism against the U.S? Does it matter if it is on foreign or national soil? Does terrorism awareness increase when it hits civilians and not just military personnel?

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