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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 can cause a misunderstanding between an evaluator and a commander?

2. Who informs Beckwith that it is his responsibility to meet the press and explain the mission?

3. What has happened to the American embassy at the end of Chapter 30?

4. How long does it take General Meyer to get clearance for Beckwith and the development of the counter terrorism organization at the end of the book?

5. What analogy does Beckwith make about Intelligence in Chapter 35?

Short Essay Questions

1. What name is given to the operation in Chapter 31, and what are the government's main concerns?

2. How does Beckwith explain the relationship between evaluators and commanders?

3. What is Beckwith focused on as the book ends?

4. How does Beckwith handle the press in Chapter 46?

5. What happens when Beckwith and Delta Force first land in Egypt?

6. What problems are the helicopter pilots having in Chapter 35, and which possible solutions are presented?

7. What is unique about the physical fitness training of the soldiers in Delta Force?

8. What is happening to Delta Force in Chapter 38?

9. What leads to the evacuation of the soldiers and the end of the mission for Delta Force?

10. How does Beckwith describe the men of Delta Force in Chapter 24?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain the sacrifices that are made by military families, their motivation, and the possible effects of the separation that they endure in order to protect the country. Also, provide an analysis of Beckwith's family situation, how his wife is mentioned throughout the book, the importance of her support, and the way they deal with the missions he participates in.

Essay Topic 2

Analyze General Meyer's involvement in Delta Force's history throughout the book. Include a description of Meyer, his background and position, and all of the ways that he helps Beckwith in developing and implementing Delta Force.

Essay Topic 3

Delta's Force's training is very influential in the group's success.

1) Describe the Operators Course that the soldiers complete.

2) Explain the different shooting activities and issues that are considered.

3) Analyze the exercise that Beckwith uses in order to test the potential freeze or, as he wonders, "buck fever" response in the soldiers.

4) Describe the physical fitness programs of the soldiers and their responsibility in monitoring it.

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