Persian Gulf Conflict (1990-1991)

What was the war between Iraq and Kuwait called?

• Operation Desert Storm

• Operation Iraqi Freedom

• Operation Enduring Freedom

• Operation Desert Shield

Why did Iraq invade Kuwait?

• To gain control over Kuwait's oil

• To protect Kuwait from external threats

• To establish a stronger alliance with Kuwait

• To expand Iraq's territory

What reason did Saddam Hussein give for invading Kuwait?

• Kuwait was taking more oil than it should

• Kuwait was planning an attack on Iraq

• Kuwait had violated a peace treaty with Iraq

• Kuwait was supporting terrorist organizations

Why was the United States concerned about the invasion of Kuwait?

• The United States relied on Kuwait for imported oil

• The United States had a military alliance with Kuwait

• The United States wanted to expand its influence in the Middle East

• The United States had historical disputes with Iraq

What was the ultimatum given by the United Nations to Iraq?

• Withdraw its army from Kuwait

• Pay reparations to Kuwait

• Recognize Kuwait as part of Iraq

• Allow United Nations forces in Iraq

How many soldiers from the United States were part of the UN military force?

• 540,000

• 700,000

• 39,000

• 199,000

How long did it take for the United Nations forces to drive the Iraqi army out of Kuwait?

• Six weeks

• One year

• Three months

• Ten days

What did the Iraqi government agree to in the truce?

• Withdraw from Kuwait

• Pay reparations to Kuwait

• Dismantle weapons of mass destruction

• Allow United Nations inspectors in Iraq

What were the weapons of mass destruction (WMDs) mentioned in the text?

• Chemical, nuclear, or biological weapons

• Conventional weapons

• Cyber weapons

• Space weapons

What did the peace agreement regarding weapons of mass destruction lead to?

• Another war in Iraq in 2003

• A disarmament treaty between Iraq and Kuwait

• Improved relations between Iraq and the United States

• The formation of a new international organization