All of the following claims were made by the Bush administration in support of invading Iraq EXCEPT
a. The Hussein government in Iraq had committed major violations of human rights.
b. Iraq was supporting terrorist groups that were hostile to the U.S.
c. Saddam Hussein had personally orchestrated the attacks on the world Trade Center in New York both in 1993 and 2001.
d. Iraq either had or was developing weapons of mass destruction.
Answer: c. Saddam Hussein had personally orchestrated the attacks on the world Trade Center in New York both in 1993 and 2001.
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A) lift their blockade of the Allies B) shoot on sight only ships of the enemy’s navy C) withdraw from Belgium D) attack all neutral vessels in their waters E) sink any ship carrying cargo to the Allies
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A. Banks looking to loan people mortgages could not find customers. B. People who wanted to buy a house could not find any for sale. C. Neighborhoods with many foreclosures became nearly empty. D. Cities with surpluses helped lenders lend money to individuals.