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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Seventeenth Day, Sunday, 19 December.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For what general reason does the USS New Jersey approach the Russian Fleet?
(a) To rescue a Russian crew member
(b) To build trust between the Americans and Russians
(c) To gather information
(d) To blockade the Russians from moving further

2. Which of the following ships decides to stop all aggressive movements in order to hunt for the Red October?
(a) Dallas
(b) Kennedy
(c) Ethan Allen
(d) Kirov

3. What does the crew of the Red October check for on the submarine?
(a) A traitor
(b) Water leaks
(c) A murderer
(d) Radiation leaks

4. Which of the following is a nickname for the American planes during this time frame?
(a) Mavericks
(b) Wild Cats
(c) Barons
(d) Tom Cats

5. What does Jack Ryan take time to read while he is on board the HMS Invincible?
(a) Detailed plans of the Red October
(b) Biography of Ramius
(c) Psychological report of defectors
(d) Tyler's plan for the defection

Short Answer Questions

1. How many missiles actually made connection with an American plane?

2. What does the doctor check for radiation on the crew of the Red October?

3. Which of the following characters accompanies Ryan to the USS Kennedy?

4. Which word best describes Sasha's relationship to Ramius?

5. What does the Russian Ambassador accuse the Americans of?

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