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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following does the sonar surveillance system detect which is supposed to be silent?
(a) USS Dallas
(b) Red October
(c) Konovalov
(d) USS Bremerton

2. Why was Ramius often distrusted as a child?
(a) Son of the Party Leader of Lithuania
(b) His religion
(c) His wife's outspoken views on the government
(d) His quiet and reserved life style

3. Which of the following vessels helps the USS Kennedy?
(a) USS Dallas
(b) Konovalov
(c) Invincible
(d) Red October

4. Who tries to sneak up on some of the Americans, but gets caught?
(a) The Russian Ambassador
(b) A Soviet fighter pilot
(c) The Cardinal
(d) Jack Ryan

5. What has led Ramius to his current opinions?
(a) Childhood
(b) Government policies
(c) Nuclear weapon development
(d) Disciplinary procedures

Short Answer Questions

1. From which country were the surveillance photographs of the Red October taken?

2. Which of the following best describes Ramius's relationship with his home country?

3. Which word best describes how Jack Ryan feels about this movement of the Russian subs in the North Atlantic on the fifth day?

4. To whom does Tyler explain his plan for the crew of the Red October?

5. Where does Ramius plan surface the submarine?

Short Essay Questions

1. What ultimatum does the President give to the Russian Ambassador?

2. How does Jones contrast to his counterparts in the Soviet Navy?

3. What is Ramius's reward for pretending to be loyal to the Party?

4. Whom does Ramius blame for the death of his wife?

5. What is Tyler thinking of after his discussion with Greer?

6. What is the one major issue with the photographs Jack Ryan brings back to his CIA meeting?

7. Why does Ramius kill Putin?

8. Name one thing that is hinted at but not explained fully on the ninth day.

9. What is the spy ready to do if need be while on board the Red October?

10. In what way does Jack Ryan's role change on the sixth day?

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