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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. Who issues a detached reply when approached about the covert operations?
2. What is Clark's nickname?
3. Who dies due to the breach of security?
4. Cutter goes on his morning jog after being informed that he is about to be arrested. What happens to Cutter before he gets back to the office?
5. 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?
Short Essay Questions
1. How does Clark manage to re-establish radio communication with the ground troops? What had happened to the previous situation?
2. Explain the scene at the drug refinement facility. Who is killed? Who escapes?
3. Explain Robby Jackson's trip to Washington, DC and meeting with Ryan.
4. What is the final straw for Cutter? What evidence is shown to the Vice Admiral?
5. What is Ritter's position in regards to shutting down all operations except for CAPER? Who gives Ritter the order?
6. Discuss the current predicament faced by teams KNIFE and BANNER.
7. How does Clark devise a plan without knowing what is happening on the ground in Colombia?
8. Explain the scene at the drug refinement facility. Who is killed? Who escapes?
9. Discuss John Clark's military and post-military experience. What was Clark's nickname?
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 is a great deal of political intrigue and international criminal activity involved in the book. This is a common theme for Tom Clancy. Write about Clancy's work. What other books involve Jack Ryan and/or similar themes to the ones presented in "Clear and Present Danger?" Why do you think Clancy is so fascinated with terrorists and international intrigue? What is Clancy's background? How many books has Clancy written? Have you ever read any of Clancy's other books?
Essay Topic 2
During the Operation SHOWBOAT meeting between Cutter and Ritter, it is clear that Cutter's behavior is suspicious. Explain Cutter's behavior and why it seems off to Ritter. What does Ritter ask for to ensure that the mission is legitimate? What does Cutter offer to Ritter as assurance? What conditions does Cutter put on the item? How does Ritter react? Is Cutter lying, cautious or paranoid? How might Ritter find out?
Essay Topic 3
Examine in detail Operation SHOWBOAT. In what locations is the operation in effect? Who is in charge of the entire operation? What part does Chavez play in the operation? What is Vega's part in the mission? Is either man ever suspicious of the purpose and scope of the operation? Are the men aware of the high level of danger they face in the jungle? What is the outcome for each man and the operation as a whole? Was the mission completed as planned? Explain.
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