AUKUS Submarine Contract Quiz

What is the purpose of the AUKUS initiative?

• To strengthen allied deterrence and defense capabilities in the Indo-Pacific

• To promote economic cooperation among Australia, the UK, and the US

• To establish a new trade agreement in the Asia-Pacific region

• To develop renewable energy sources for submarines

How many pillars does the AUKUS partnership have?

• Two

• One

• Three

• Four

What is the focus of Pillar I in the AUKUS partnership?

• Enhancing cybersecurity capabilities

• Collaboration on space exploration technology

• Acquisition and development of conventionally armed nuclear-powered submarines for the Royal Australian Navy

• Development of advanced missile defense systems

What is the submarine component designed to equip Australia with?

• Conventional diesel-powered submarines

• Nuclear-powered attack submarines (SSNs)

• Nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarines

• Nuclear-powered aircraft carriers

How many of the new nuclear submarines will Australia end up with?

• Six

• Four

• Eight

• Ten

What does the AUKUS submarine deal mark for the US?

• First time sharing nuclear propulsion technology with Japan

• First time sharing nuclear propulsion technology with France

• First time sharing nuclear propulsion technology with any ally

• First time sharing nuclear propulsion technology with the UK

What will the AUKUS submarine deal significantly enhance for Australia?

• Undersea capabilities in the Indo-Pacific

• Space exploration capabilities

• Air defense capabilities

• Land-based missile systems

Which country is not part of the AUKUS initiative?

• Australia

• Canada

• United Kingdom

• United States

What type of energy powers the attack submarines in the AUKUS deal?

• Solar energy

• Wind energy

• Nuclear energy

• Hydroelectric energy

What is the total value of the contract given to three UK businesses for the AUKUS submarine design and build?

• $6.1 billion

• $4.9 billion

• $3.2 billion

• $2.5 billion