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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 40-46.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is happening to the global stock of nuclear weapons when the novel begins?
(a) Both the U.S. and Russia are disposing of their weapons.
(b) Both the U.S. and Russia are stockpiling weapons.
(c) Most major countries have nuclear weapons.
(d) Many private companies are secretly developing these weapons.

2. What does the Trade Reform Act do?
(a) It places a tariff on Japanese goods.
(b) It allows the President to order the inspection of imported goods.
(c) It mandates security measures and government regulation for fuel tanks.
(d) It restricts trade with Japan.

3. What do the Pentagon and the Defense Department determine can be done with one of the damaged carriers?
(a) It can be converted to a support ship.
(b) It can still function as an amphibious carrier.
(c) It can be put to sea immediately.
(d) It can be made sea-worthy quickly.

4. The Americans search for the Japanese nuclear weapons with which primary tactic?
(a) Japanese shipping logs.
(b) Intelligence reports.
(c) Direct reconnaissance.
(d) Satallite photographs.

5. What is the first step in Yamata's plan for responding to the Trade Reform Act?
(a) To organize a boycott of American goods.
(b) To topple the current government.
(c) To call for a tariff on American goods.
(d) To cut off all trade with America.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Ryan find the investments of Asian banks unremarkable?

2. What is the result of Koga's resignation?

3. What is the codename of Ryan's planned military operation to counter the Japanese attacks?

4. Following the economic crisis, what action does the Federal Reserve take to help banks?

5. How many people are killed in the accident that leads to an NTSB investigation?

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