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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. The war in Afghanistan falls under Avrakotos's department. What else falls under his department?
(a) The conflict between Iran and Iraq.
(b) The Arab-Israeli conflict.
(c) Jordan-Syria tensions.
(d) The conflict between Mutawakkilite Kingdom of Yemen and Yemen Arab Republic.

2. Concerning the end of the war, who does Wilson feel a need to honor and thank?
(a) The Russians.
(b) The mujahideen.
(c) The Pakistani leaders.
(d) The Afghan leader.

3. Why is Vickers fearful to suggest radical changes?
(a) He holds too low of a rank.
(b) He is not well-liked by Avrakotos.
(c) He is not sure of his suggestions.
(d) He is afraid to upset Avrakotos.

4. How does Vickers respond when Avrakotos begins to feel impatient?
(a) He tells him he will leave if Avrakotos' poor behavior continues.
(b) He tells him to drop the project.
(c) He becomes annoyed with Avrakotos.
(d) He reminds Avrakotos to view the larger picture.

5. By September of 1986, Gust Avrakotos works for what division?
(a) The Asian division.
(b) The Near East division.
(c) The African division.
(d) The Latin American division.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do Charlie Wilson and Gust Avrakotos quickly work out?

2. Where does Avrakotos receive a permanent appointment?

3. At his new post, what does Avrakotos begin doing?

4. During Christmas of 1986, how does Wilson reward eighteen months of good behavior?

5. Why does Wilson enjoy the controversy in this country?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does the author do in Chapter Thirty-three?

2. What happens by September of 1986?

3. Why does the CIA begin to worry about the mujahideen?

4. With what does Vaughn Forest approach Wilson?

5. How does Avrakotos realize that Wilson does not have monetary interest in the deal in Egyt?

6. What takes place in 1984 in Wilson's life?

7. How does 1985 become the key in the war against the Soviets in Afghanistan?

8. What does Avrakotos do in his new post in the Near East Division?

9. Who is Mike Vickers?

10. What does Wilson continue to do at this time?

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