China, North Korea Test New Weapons To Deter U.S. Missile Defenses

China, North Korea Test New Weapons To Deter U.S. Missile Defenses

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Science, History, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses North Korea's recent test of a new submarine-launched ballistic missile, which poses challenges to US missile defenses. It also covers China's hypersonic missile test, which can evade traditional missile defense systems by approaching from unexpected directions. The US and China are in a strategic competition, with both nations developing advanced missile technologies. The video highlights China's military ambitions and its potential to become a dominant global power by 2035.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What makes North Korea's new submarine-launched ballistic missile more challenging for missile defense systems?

It is invisible to radar.

It flies low and performs maneuvers.

It can change direction mid-flight.

It flies at a higher altitude.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did China reportedly test its hypersonic missile?

By testing it in the Arctic.

Through low orbit space.

By launching it from a submarine.

By launching it over the Pacific.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is China's stance on the reported missile test according to their Foreign Ministry?

They confirmed it was a missile test.

They denied it was a missile test.

They claimed it was a military exercise.

They stated it was a weather satellite launch.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is China opposed to American missile defense plans?

They prefer to focus on economic development.

They believe it limits their ability to retaliate.

They think it violates international law.

They want to maintain peace in the region.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the US intelligence community's view on China's military advancements?

They see it as a peaceful development.

They consider it a grave threat.

They think it is beneficial for global security.

They believe it is exaggerated.