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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 8 through 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Russia says that the explosion was caused by terrorists from which country?
(a) Germany.
(b) Iran.
(c) America.
(d) Turkey.

2. What does Sergetov tell the Politburo about the state of Russian affairs?
(a) That Russia should feign weakness to gain foreign sympathies.
(b) That Russia is financially strong and has sufficient resources to survive the new year.
(c) That Russia is weak and will have to depend on other countries to survive the new year.
(d) That Russia is financially strong, but will need foreign oil to keep its citizens warm.

3. What is Toland's response to the news of the generals' executions, and how do his superiors react?
(a) Toland thinks it's trivial; his superiors think it's important.
(b) Toland thinks it's important; his superiors have him investigate furthur.
(c) Toland thinks it's important; his superiors don't.
(d) Toland thinks it's trivial; his superiors agree.

4. What element of the Russian offensive does Pavel Alekeseyev say is crucial to its success?
(a) Intimidation.
(b) Shock and awe.
(c) Surprise.
(d) Extensive military action.

5. Why is the Russian Foreign Minister's speech so significant?
(a) He's trying to gain favor with other countries by asking for their help.
(b) He's trying to draw attention away from Russia's weakened state.
(c) He's trying to divert attention from Russia's upcoming offensive.
(d) He's trying to intimidate other countries with boasts about Russia's well-being.

Short Answer Questions

1. The Commander of the USS Pharris receives orders about how to deal with ships he encounters. What are those orders?

2. Toland reveals what he knows to a high-ranking military official. What is that man's full name?

3. What political body does the Politburo suggest should be eliminated?

4. A Russian soldier named Chernyavin is in Germany. He is disguised as what kind of person?

5. While the Russians prepare for their offensive, four generals are court-martialed and shot. What are they accused of?

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