#1
Who was the President of the United States during the Cuban Missile Crisis?
John F. Kennedy
ExplanationJohn F. Kennedy was the President during the Cuban Missile Crisis.
#2
Which country placed nuclear missiles in Cuba, triggering the Cuban Missile Crisis?
Soviet Union
ExplanationSoviet Union placed nuclear missiles in Cuba.
#3
Who played the role of President John F. Kennedy in the 13 Days movie?
Bruce Greenwood
ExplanationBruce Greenwood played President Kennedy.
#4
What was the approximate duration of the Cuban Missile Crisis?
13 days
ExplanationThe crisis lasted for approximately 13 days.
#5
Which of the following countries is closest geographically to Cuba?
Mexico
ExplanationMexico is geographically closest to Cuba.
#6
Who was the leader of the Soviet Union during the Cuban Missile Crisis?
Nikita Khrushchev
ExplanationNikita Khrushchev was the leader of the Soviet Union.
#7
What was the codename of the US operation to blockade Cuba during the crisis?
Operation Mongoose
ExplanationThe codename was Operation Mongoose.
#8
Who was the Secretary of Defense during the Cuban Missile Crisis?
Robert McNamara
ExplanationRobert McNamara was the Secretary of Defense.
#9
Which of the following statements is true regarding the 13 Days movie?
It exaggerates the role of certain individuals for dramatic effect
ExplanationThe movie exaggerated certain individuals' roles.
#10
Which of the following was NOT a demand made by the United States during the Cuban Missile Crisis?
Removal of all Soviet troops from Cuba
ExplanationRemoval of all Soviet troops was not demanded.
#11
Which of the following was NOT part of the agreement to end the Cuban Missile Crisis?
Establishment of a permanent naval blockade around Cuba
ExplanationEstablishment of a permanent naval blockade was not part of the agreement.
#12
What was the primary reason behind the Soviet Union placing missiles in Cuba?
To deter US aggression against the Soviet Union
ExplanationTo deter US aggression was the primary reason.
#13
What was the primary role of the EXCOMM during the Cuban Missile Crisis?
To advise the President on the crisis
ExplanationEXCOMM advised the President.
#14
Which of the following was a reason behind the US placing missiles in Turkey prior to the Cuban Missile Crisis?
To support NATO defense strategy
ExplanationSupporting NATO defense strategy was a reason.
#15
Who was the Soviet leader that agreed to remove the missiles from Cuba in exchange for a promise from the US not to invade Cuba?
Nikita Khrushchev
ExplanationNikita Khrushchev agreed to remove the missiles.