2. What does "Ex Comm" stand for?
(a) Executing Communists.
(b) Executing Communication for the Cold War.
(c) Executive Communications with Cuba.
(d) Executive Committee of the National Security Council.

3. What is one effect of pressure, according to Robert?
(a) It leads to quitting.
(b) It makes everyone agree.
(c) It causes everyone to cry.
(d) It brings out unknown characteristics and strengths.

4. How many Americans could potentially have died within minutes of the known missiles being fired off as of October 18th?
(a) Eighty million.
(b) Eight million.
(c) Eight hundred.
(d) Eighty thousand.

5. In which branch of government does Robert believe rank often plays a role?
(a) Legislative.
(b) Executive.
(c) Judicial.
(d) Congressional.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who said, "if the Russians' response makes a military action or invasion inevitable, I want to be able to feel that we will not have to waste any days having to get ready" (47).

2. What was the "legal foundation" (40) for the blockade?

3. How long before the President's address to the nation did they tell the ambassador of Russia?

4. Who presented the argument for a blockade?

5. What did Robert suggest JFK do on September 4th regarding the possibility of Russia placing missiles in Cuba?

(see the answer key)

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