Military Intervention in the Middle East

Question 2 • EAP-Virginia and US History B CR

Which statement best explains why President Bush targeted Afghanistan after declaring a war on terror?

Answer

The Taliban, who held power in Afghanistan, welcomed Osama bin Laden.

The Taliban, who held power in Afghanistan, practiced strict Islamic beliefs.

The terrorist group al-Qaeda had corrupt officials within Afghanistan’s democratic government.

The terrorist group al-Qaeda had overthrown the Afghan government shortly before the 9/11 attacks.

Explanation

The Taliban controlled Afghanistan and allowed Osama bin Laden and al-Qaeda to operate from there. After the September 11 attacks, the United States targeted Afghanistan because the Taliban sheltered bin Laden and refused to hand him over. The Taliban’s strict religious beliefs were not the main reason for the invasion.

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