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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 18 through 21.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The mission against the Soviets is successful, but it is a costly victory. Why?
(a) Several planes are lost during the mission.
(b) NATO forces were ambushed and had to be left behind.
(c) Many troops are captured by the Soviets.
(d) NATO supply lines are compromised.

2. What are Edwards and his men told to do if they find themselves in danger?
(a) "Peace out."
(b) "Retreat and evade."
(c) "Bug out."
(d) "Surrender immediately."

3. What does Sergetov note about the Politburo's decision to go to war for oil?
(a) That the Russian people want to go to war to make their country richer.
(b) That oil is more important than the lives of Russian citizens.
(c) That it's safer to send Russians to war than to let them live cold and hungry.
(d) That the Politburo wants to go to war because they hate other countries.

4. What clue does Toland discover that indicates Russia's instability?
(a) Hijacking of oil shipments across the country.
(b) Demonstrations and speeches in the heart of the Kremlin.
(c) Food riots in Moscow.
(d) Russian battery shortages.

5. A Russian soldier named Chernyavin is in Germany. He is disguised as what kind of person?
(a) A German entrepreneur.
(b) An Austrian investor.
(c) A Russian diplomat.
(d) A Jewish businessman.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is this mission to take out the bridges so important in the war against the Soviets?

2. During Edwards's move away from his location, something happens that makes him ashamed of himself. What is it?

3. Almost immediately after Toland reveals what he knows, his status in the military changes. What happens?

4. What element of the Russian offensive does Pavel Alekeseyev say is crucial to its success?

5. What is the full name of the adviser to the Russian government, who specializes in energy production?

(see the answer key)

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