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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Thirteen Days, pgs. 89-106.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Khrushchev, who are the only people who would provoke war in today's nuclear world?
(a) Democrats.
(b) Morons and aggressors.
(c) Americans.
(d) Lunatics and suicides.

2. During the Cuban Missile Crisis, what role did Congress play?
(a) They were informed.
(b) They helped formulate ideas.
(c) They declared war.
(d) Some were members of Ex Comm.

3. When Robert meets with Dobrynin after the blockade is put into effect, what does Dobrynin say the ships will do?
(a) Turn back to Russia.
(b) Re-route to another country.
(c) Take military action against boarders.
(d) Continue as planned.

4. Who wrote the letter responding to Khrushchev's first letter?
(a) JFK and Robert.
(b) The State Department.
(c) The Joint Chiefs of Staff.
(d) Robert and Sorensen.

5. Who would analyze Khrushchev's personal letter and make recommendations on October 27th?
(a) Congress.
(b) The State Department.
(c) The Joint Chiefs of Staff.
(d) Robert.

Short Answer Questions

1. What hit the U-2 plane that was flying reconnaissance over Cuba?

2. Who was the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation at the time of the Cuban Missile Crisis?

3. Which country does Robert identify that originally doubted the U.S.'s position regarding Cuba?

4. What two items were added to the embargo list after the successful boarding of the Marucla?

5. What does Robert suggest the President use to get an opposite opinion if no one else will offer it?

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