28. Document Project 28: The Iran-Contra Affair

Quiz for Document 28.6 CIA Freedom Fighters Manual, 1983

Quiz for Document 28.6: CIA Freedom Fighters Manual, 1983

Choose the best answer to each question.

1. What was the purpose of Freedom Fighters disabling cars of the opposition?

To force them to buy American cars

To save fuel in Nicaragua

To disrupt society and politics

To set traps for roadside ambushes

2. What does the name of the manual imply about the CIA’s views regarding the Sandinista regime?

They were oppressive.

They were militarily strong.

They fought for freedom.

They supported human rights.

3. Why would the CIA get involved with Nicaraguan rebel groups?

They thought the rebels would benefit the United States more than the Sandinista.

They wanted to take over Nicaragua and exert control in Latin America.

They wanted to make Congress angry over their involvement.

They thought a war would be beneficial to the U.S. economy.

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