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AssignmentMultiple Choice

The Bush Presidency

Question 16 • Reed Fall 2026 Physical Science 2nd Semester (7th Hour)

What was Bush’s first objective in the Gulf?

Answer
A
to protect American businesses
B
to support the Iraqi government
C
to restore Kuwait’s independence

Explanation

Bush’s first objective in the Gulf War was to reverse Iraq’s invasion of Kuwait and restore Kuwait’s sovereignty and independence. Protecting American businesses was not the stated first objective, and supporting Iraq’s government would have contradicted that goal. The correct choice is to restore Kuwait’s independence.

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