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AssignmentMultiple Choice

America in the Bush Years

Question 1 • NY-US History and Government Term 2 Hillcrest

Why did the United States invade Afghanistan in 2001?

Answer
A
The US wanted to restore order to Afghanistan after the president was killed in a coup.
B
The US wanted to prevent the Soviet Union from taking over Afghanistan.
C
The terrorist group responsible for the 9/11 attacks was allowed to operate out of Afghanistan.
D
The Taliban had stripped away women’s rights and were committing human-rights offenses.