Chapter 5 part 2 Flashcards
In what year were four planes hijacked in the US and used in terrorist attacks on US soil?
2001
What happened to the four hijacked planes?
2 hit the Trade Towers in New York. 1 hit the Pentagon in Washington DC. 1 that was believed to be headed to the White House crashed into a field in Pennsylvania.
How many people were killed in the 2001 Terrorist attacks?
About 3,000
Who took responsibility for ordering these attacks and what happened to him?
Osama Bin Laden. After hiding out for a few years our military found him and killed him.
In 2003 The US military overthrew Iraqs leader. Who was he?
Sadam Hussein
Why did the US military overthrow Iraqs leader?
He was known to harbor weapons of mass destruction, kill innocent people and plan terrorist attacks.
What Country did the US send troops to to fight against the Taliban?
Afghanistan
Women make up ______% of the military?
20
