Section 1
How many years long was the Vietnam War?
8 Years
What year were the first American troops sent to South Vietnam?
1961
Who was the former president of Iraq, who was found guilty of crimes against his people? What year was he executed?
Saddam Hussein 2006
Define Terrorists
A person or group that uses weapons to cause fear.
During the Vietnam War, the U.S. supported the country of ____ ____________.
South Vietnam
In 1990 the country of Iraq invaded ___________ and caused the ________ war.
Kuwait Gulf
At the end of Desert Storm, what demand did the allies make of Iraq?
Destroy its weapons of mass destruction
Define Al Qaeda
A radical muslim terrorist group.
What date did terrorists known as Al Qaeda attack the United States?
September 11, 2001
America buys millions of barrels of what product from Kuwait?
Oil
One of Alabama's most popular museums located in Huntsville is named __ ________ and _________ _________.
US Space (and) Rocket Center
Define Taliban
Afghanistan's government that shielded Al Queda.
The city of ______________ had a population ________ dramatically between the years of 1960-2000 due to the space program.
Huntsville grow
What national government froup was formed due to the 9/11 terrorists attacks?
The Department of Homeland Security
PAL is an acronym for what four words?
People Against a Littered State
Define Operation Iraqi Freedom
Began March 20th, 2003 to rid Iraq of dictator Saddam Husein.
Who was the U.S. President when the country was attacked by Al Queda using 4 hijacked planes?
George W. Bush
The radical Muslims that planned and carried out the attacks of 9/11 were known to be part of what group?
Al Queda
Cahaba lilies are pollinated by the?
Hawk Moth
Define Rebel
A person fighting his or her government usually with weapons.