Cold War and the Rise of the Taliban

Cold War and the Rise of the Taliban

Assessment

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History, Social Studies, Journalism, Religious Studies

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Sophia Harris

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During the Soviet-Afghan War, Osama Bin Laden joined the Afghan resistance, supported by the US, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia. Initially seen as a non-threat by the CIA, Bin Laden was involved in construction and refugee care. Media theories suggest CIA trained Afghan Arabs, but evidence shows Arab fighters had independent funding. The war displaced millions of Afghans, leading to the establishment of madrasas funded by Saudi Arabia. These schools later became training grounds for the Taliban, who fought the Soviets with US support.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary reason for Osama Bin Laden's arrival in Afghanistan during the Cold War?

To support the Soviet Union

To join the Afghan resistance against the Soviets

To establish a new government

To promote peace talks

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What expertise did Osama Bin Laden bring to the Afghan resistance?

Political expertise

Medical expertise

Construction expertise

Agricultural expertise

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the CIA view Osama Bin Laden during the Afghan-Soviet War?

As a major threat

As an ally against the Soviets

As a neutral party

As a potential spy

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the source of financial support for foreign Arab fighters in Afghanistan?

The Soviet Union

The CIA

The United Nations

Saudi Arabia

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the impact of Saudi Arabia's financial contributions during the Afghan conflict?

It supported the Soviet Union

It helped the Afghan resistance and civilians

It funded the CIA operations

It was used for building infrastructure

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary purpose of the madrasas established along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border?

To act as diplomatic centers

To serve as hospitals

To offer free education to Afghan refugee children

To provide military training

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were the students of the madrasas known as?

Mujahadin

CIA operatives

Taliban

Soviets

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