The Call From Reagan That Changed Colin Powell's Career

The transcript recounts a series of events where Frank proposes a deputy role, leading to a call from President Reagan. The speaker returns to the White House, and Frank becomes Secretary of Defense. Later, the speaker is unexpectedly promoted to National Security Adviser. After the Reagan administration, President Bush appoints the speaker as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

What was the initial reaction of the narrator when Frank suggested the deputy position?

• He thought it wasn't that important.

• He was excited and immediately accepted.

• He was confused and asked for more details.

• He declined the offer outright.

How did President Reagan communicate his request for the narrator to return?

• Through a formal letter.

• Via a televised announcement.

• By reading a script provided by Frank.

• In a personal meeting.

What unexpected event occurred during a National Security Council meeting?

• The narrator was promoted to national security adviser.

• The meeting was canceled abruptly.

• The narrator was asked to leave the meeting.

• A new policy was introduced.

What was the narrator's role after the Reagan administration ended?

• He became a civilian consultant.

• He returned to a military position.

• He retired from public service.

• He started a private business.

Who called the narrator to offer the position of chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff?

• President Ronald Reagan

• Secretary Frank

• President George H.W. Bush

• Secretary Cheney