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The Obama Presidency — Unit test

Question 9 • 11011de2 CONNECTED Fall 2026 NM-US History and Geography S2

Why was the Pentagon an important target for terrorists in 2001?

Answer
A
It was a workplace for many Americans.
B
It was the main headquarters for the US military.
C
It was located in densely populated Arlington, Virginia.
D
It was far from the other attack location in New York.

Explanation

The Pentagon is the headquarters of the U.S. Department of Defense, making it the central command center for the U.S. military. Attacking it therefore struck an important symbol and institution of American military power. The correct choice is “It was the main headquarters for the US military.”

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