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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Whose Country is This, Anyway?.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When do the Israelis begin to withdraw from Lebanon?
(a) January, 1983.
(b) September, 1983.
(c) May, 1983.
(d) November, 1983.

2. Who calls for a Jihad against Assad?
(a) The local people in Hama.
(b) The Muslim Brotherhood.
(c) The Israelis.
(d) The PLO.

3. How long has Friedman been in Beirut when he decides to leave?
(a) 7 years.
(b) 4 years.
(c) 10 years.
(d) 9 years.

4. Where is Shimon Tsimhe's newsstand located?
(a) In Beirut.
(b) In the Haredim suburb of Jerusalem.
(c) In New York.
(d) In the West Bank.

5. According to Friedman, who is the first person who wants U.S. troops in Beirut?
(a) Gemayel.
(b) Arafat.
(c) al-Wazzan.
(d) Sharon.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who stays in Friedman's apartment when he moves to the Commodore Hotel?

3. According to Friedman, why do Beirutis never develop a strong national government?

4. What group makes up the foundation of the Hezbollah?

5. Who is one of the most famous fixers in Beirut?

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