Apentix/AP US History/Unit 9: Period 9 (1980-Present)/Question

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The Bush administration's stated justification for invading Iraq in 2003 was that

A.Saddam Hussein possessed weapons of mass destruction

B.Iraq had attacked Pearl Harbor

C.Iraq was a member of the European Union

D.Iraq demanded American territory

Explanation

Core Concept

The administration argued Hussein's alleged weapons programs threatened American security and linked him to terrorism. No such stockpiles were found after the invasion.

Correct Answer

ASaddam Hussein possessed weapons of mass destruction

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