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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Earthquake.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When does Friedman have an interview with Yasir Arafat?
(a) January, 1987.
(b) December, 1987.
(c) November, 1987.
(d) January, 1988.

2. When do the Peace Day strikes occur?
(a) November 21, 1988.
(b) January 21, 1988.
(c) December 21, 1987.
(d) November 21, 1987.

3. What is the purpose of the PLO when it is formed?
(a) To exert some control over the Palestinians.
(b) To provide a cover for terrorist activities.
(c) To provide an army to fight the Israelis.
(d) To give some voice to the Palestinians.

4. Why is the PLO successful under Arafat?
(a) Because of the personal skills of Arafat.
(b) Because of Arafat's advisors.
(c) Because Arafat was good at public relations.
(d) Because of Arafat's terrorist activities.

5. When the civil war begins, what runs through the center of Beirut?
(a) The Green Line.
(b) The main north/south highway.
(c) The Orange Line.
(d) The train tracks.

Short Answer Questions

1. The intifada marks the beginning of what for the Palestinians?

2. When do the Marines finish their withdrawal from Beirut?

3. When is Arafat forced to recognize Israel?

4. What does the PLO represent to Arafat's supporters?

5. Why is the PLO in a strange position?

(see the answer key)

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