North Korea Launches Missile, Possibly From A Submarine

North Korea Launches Missile, Possibly From A Submarine

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North Korea conducted its 11th missile launch since May, reportedly from an underwater platform, as a show of strength before resuming denuclearization talks with the US. The missile flew 280 miles, reaching an altitude of 565 miles, and landed in the Sea of Japan. This test follows North Korea's previous development of submarine-launched ballistic missiles, which was paused in 2018. Analysts suggest the test was a strategic move ahead of negotiations set for October 5th.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reported altitude reached by the missile launched by North Korea?

280 miles

565 miles

600 miles

300 miles

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was North Korea developing before suspending long-range missile tests in 2018?

Short-range missiles

Submarine-launched ballistic missiles

Cruise missiles

Intercontinental ballistic missiles

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to a US official, from where was the missile likely launched?

An underwater platform

A submarine

An aircraft

A land-based site

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of North Korea's missile test according to analysts?

To provoke neighboring countries

To celebrate a national event

To show strength before talks

To test new technology

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When are the denuclearization talks between North Korea and the US scheduled?

October 1st

October 5th

October 10th

October 15th