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What significant event occurred on September 11, 2001, in the United States?
What significant event occurred on September 11, 2001, in the United States?
What was the primary outcome of the September 11 attacks as related to U.S. foreign policy?
What was the primary outcome of the September 11 attacks as related to U.S. foreign policy?
What was the result of the first phase of the Global War on Terrorism?
What was the result of the first phase of the Global War on Terrorism?
Why has the U.S. maintained troops in the country following the initial military action?
Why has the U.S. maintained troops in the country following the initial military action?
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What was the approximate number of Americans killed in the September 11 attacks?
What was the approximate number of Americans killed in the September 11 attacks?
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What was the primary purpose of the formation of Sikhism?
What was the primary purpose of the formation of Sikhism?
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In which Indian state are Sikhs most concentrated?
In which Indian state are Sikhs most concentrated?
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How long ago was Sikhism founded?
How long ago was Sikhism founded?
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What rank does Japan hold in terms of the size of its economy globally?
What rank does Japan hold in terms of the size of its economy globally?
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What central belief does Sikhism promote?
What central belief does Sikhism promote?
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Which characteristic best describes Japan's current society?
Which characteristic best describes Japan's current society?
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Japan is a major producer of goods for which type of market?
Japan is a major producer of goods for which type of market?
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Which two religions does Sikhism seek to promote understanding between?
Which two religions does Sikhism seek to promote understanding between?
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Which of the following reflects Japan's economic status?
Which of the following reflects Japan's economic status?
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What role does Japan play in the global market?
What role does Japan play in the global market?
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What action did he take in 1979 that contributed to economic growth?
What action did he take in 1979 that contributed to economic growth?
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What was a consequence of the action taken in 1979?
What was a consequence of the action taken in 1979?
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What was the main internal conflict that arose as a result of the economic changes?
What was the main internal conflict that arose as a result of the economic changes?
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Which of the following statements best describes the outcomes of returning money to political prisoners?
Which of the following statements best describes the outcomes of returning money to political prisoners?
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What year did the significant action related to political prisoners occur?
What year did the significant action related to political prisoners occur?
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What significant impact did GATT have on international trade strategies?
What significant impact did GATT have on international trade strategies?
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As of 1980, what impact did the four small 'Asian tigers' have on global manufacturing exports?
As of 1980, what impact did the four small 'Asian tigers' have on global manufacturing exports?
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What was the economic outcome of the 'Asian tigers' by the year 2000?
What was the economic outcome of the 'Asian tigers' by the year 2000?
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Which aspect of trade did GATT primarily influence?
Which aspect of trade did GATT primarily influence?
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Which statement best describes the economic status of the Global Periphery as influenced by GATT and the Asian tigers?
Which statement best describes the economic status of the Global Periphery as influenced by GATT and the Asian tigers?
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What impact does the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) have on shipping times?
What impact does the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) have on shipping times?
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Which of the following is a way the BRI enhances infrastructure?
Which of the following is a way the BRI enhances infrastructure?
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Which of these modes of transportation is included in the BRI's infrastructure projects?
Which of these modes of transportation is included in the BRI's infrastructure projects?
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How much did the BRI reduce shipment time, according to the data provided?
How much did the BRI reduce shipment time, according to the data provided?
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What is one of the key features of the infrastructure being developed under the BRI?
What is one of the key features of the infrastructure being developed under the BRI?
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Study Notes
Afghanistan's Role in 9/11 and US Response
- In 1994, Afghan refugees (the Taliban) invaded Afghanistan from Pakistan.
- In 1996, the Taliban controlled Afghanistan and gave refuge to Osama bin Laden.
- Al-Qaeda, bin Laden's terrorist organization, spent five years in Afghanistan planning attacks.
- September 11, 2001, attacks on New York and Washington killed nearly 3000 Americans.
- The US launched the "Global War on Terrorism."
- US troops remain in Afghanistan due to instability.
- Osama bin Laden was assassinated in 2011 in Pakistan.
- The US, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan played crucial roles in the rise of militant Salafi Islam in Afghanistan before 9/11.
Afghanistan's History (1970s-1990s)
- Afghanistan experienced political instability in the 1970s, leading to Soviet intervention.
- The US supported Afghan rebels (mujahideen) against the Soviet Union.
- Pakistani Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) facilitated weapons deliveries to the Mujahideen.
- Osama bin Laden became involved in the Afghan-Soviet war.
- Soviet troops withdrew from Afghanistan in 1989.
- Afghanistan became a failed state due to warlords and a lack of governance.
- The Taliban gained support in the 1990s by imposing order in the chaos.
Afghan Refugees in Pakistan (1980s-1990s)
- Over 4 million Afghan refugees lived in Pakistan's Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa province and the Tribal Areas.
- Saudi-funded madrassas radicalized a generation of refugee boys in Islamic extremism.
- Pakistani Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) trained the Taliban.
Taliban Rule (1996-2001)
- The Taliban, led by Mullah Omar, invited Osama bin Laden to Afghanistan in 1996.
- Bin Laden established al-Qaeda and planned attacks on the United States, culminating in the 9/11 attacks.
- The Taliban's strict Salafi rule led to domestic and international opposition.
Post-9/11 Afghanistan
- The US overthrew the Taliban in 2001 with Northern Alliance support.
- Al-Qaeda leaders fled to Pakistan's tribal areas.
- Osama bin Laden was killed in Abbottabad, Pakistan in 2011.
- Despite US investment, Afghanistan struggled to maintain governance.
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Explore the critical events surrounding Afghanistan's role in the September 11 attacks and the subsequent US response. This quiz covers the historical context of the Taliban, Al-Qaeda, and international involvement in Afghanistan during the late 20th century. Test your knowledge on these pivotal events that shaped global politics.
