The military proposal popularly known as Star Wars was designed to
(A) incorporate the National Aeronautics and Space Administration into the armed forces
(B) create a satellite and laser shield to defend the United States against missile attacks
(C) expand American space exploration efforts
(D) construct new ballistic missiles not covered under the Strategic Arms Limitation Treaty I
(E) increase the interest of young Americans in volunteering for military service
Answer: (B) create a satellite and laser shield to defend the United States against missile attacks
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