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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. Although it is obvious the squads will have to fight, one of the captains is trying to remain below the radar. Which captain is trying to avoid confrontation?

2. What special feature is attached to Escobedo's Mercedes Benz?

3. Clark hopes to create an atmosphere of ______ within the Cartel.

4. What frequencies are used for communications with the ground troops?

5. The police in Mobile are outraged when they learn that the murderers of their friend and colleague are going to get which of the following?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the final straw for Cutter? What evidence is shown to the Vice Admiral?

2. What is the final confrontation between Moira and Cortez? Where does Cortez go?

3. Discuss John Clark's military and post-military experience. What was Clark's nickname?

4. What does Ryan do to try and make some sense of the mess made in his absence? Who does Ryan recruit?

5. What is Ritter's position in regards to shutting down all operations except for CAPER? Who gives Ritter the order?

6. Captain Ramirez gives new orders to KNIFE. Explain the mission and its purpose. What are Ramirez's thoughts on the issue?

7. Discuss the meeting between Ryan and Clark. What do the men have in common?

8. What is the concern raised in the conversation between Robby and Tim Jackson? What rumor is discussed?

9. Explain Robby Jackson's trip to Washington, DC and meeting with Ryan.

10. What piece of evidence is found at Cutter's home? Where is it found? Is it usable?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There are many agencies, military branches and international organizations mentioned in the book. Create a chart of each organization, its hierarchy, and where the characters fit into the story. Show who is in charge, which agency has the final say on operations, and how each relates to various military branches such as the Coast Guard and Navy. Also explain each group's role in each operation.

Essay Topic 2

Write a full character description on Sergeant Domingo Chavez. What leads Chavez Miller to join the special team in Colorado? What type of training did Chavez have before signing up to participate in Operation SHOWBOAT? What was supposed to be Chavez's last mission? How does Chavez fare in the jungle? What is the outcome of Chavez's contribution to the operation?

Essay Topic 3

Write your own international/political story based on "Clear and Present Danger." Use Jack Ryan as the lead character. Supply complete storyboards. Include character information, plot, synopsis, etc. Explain your inspiration.

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