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Operation Red Wings Quiz! Trivia - Quiz

Operation redwings are one of the operations that soldiers went into in the war with Afghanistan. A lot of lives were lost, and it lasted for about three weeks. Did you know that a helicopter was shot down as it went to rescue the soldiers when they got ambushed? Take this ten-question quiz and get to see what else you know about the operation.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    On what date did the mission begin?

    • A.

      June 28th, 2005

    • B.

      May 5th, 2005

    • C.

      December 3, 2006

    • D.

      November 17th, 2007

    Correct Answer
    A. June 28th, 2005
    Explanation
    The mission began on June 28th, 2005.

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  • 2. 

    Where did the mission take place?

    • A.

      Iraq

    • B.

      Pakistan

    • C.

      Afganistan

    • D.

      Iran

    Correct Answer
    C. Afganistan
    Explanation
    The mission took place in Afghanistan.

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  • 3. 

    What was the name of the Navy S.E.A.L. who survived the mission?

    • A.

      Matt Axelson

    • B.

      Marcus Luttrell

    • C.

      Erik Krueger

    • D.

      Mike Murphy

    Correct Answer
    B. Marcus Luttrell
    Explanation
    Marcus Luttrell is the correct answer because he is the Navy S.E.A.L. who survived the mission. The other options, Matt Axelson, Erik Krueger, and Mike Murphy, do not match the description of the person who survived the mission.

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  • 4. 

    Who was the terrorist they were trying to capture?

    • A.

      Osama Bin Laden

    • B.

      Abu Nidal

    • C.

      Ayman Al Zawahiri

    • D.

      Ahmad Shah

    Correct Answer
    D. Ahmad Shah
    Explanation
    Ahmad Shah is the correct answer because the question asks about the terrorist they were trying to capture, implying that the answer should be the name of the specific terrorist being referred to. The other options (Osama Bin Laden, Abu Nidal, Ayman Al Zawahiri) are well-known terrorists, but they are not the specific terrorist mentioned in the question.

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  • 5. 

    How many Navy SEALS were killed in the mission?

    • A.

      8

    • B.

      21

    • C.

      11

    • D.

      3

    Correct Answer
    C. 11
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 11. This means that 11 Navy SEALS were killed in the mission.

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  • 6. 

    How many deaths were there total during Operation RedWing?

    • A.

      26

    • B.

      17

    • C.

      19

    • D.

      3

    Correct Answer
    C. 19
    Explanation
    During Operation RedWing, a total of 19 deaths occurred.

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  • 7. 

    What was the Special Forces branch used in the mission?

    • A.

      Army Rangers

    • B.

      Marine Force Recon

    • C.

      Navy S.E.A.L.

    • D.

      Airforce Commandos

    Correct Answer
    C. Navy S.E.A.L.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Navy S.E.A.L. The Navy S.E.A.L. (Sea, Air, and Land) is a Special Forces branch that specializes in unconventional warfare, counter-terrorism, and other high-risk missions. They are known for their rigorous training and elite skills, making them a suitable choice for a mission requiring specialized expertise and capabilities.

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  • 8. 

    Who gave away the group's position?

    • A.

      The Taliban

    • B.

      Afgan Shepards

    • C.

      Erik Kreuger

    • D.

      Recon Plane

    Correct Answer
    B. Afgan Shepards
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Afghan Shepherds. Afghan Shepherds are likely to have given away the group's position because they are local inhabitants and may have knowledge of the area, making it easier for them to identify and report the group's presence to the enemy. The Taliban, Erik Kreuger, and the Recon Plane are not mentioned in the question and therefore not relevant to the answer.

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  • 9. 

    Which was not an advantage the Taliban had?

    • A.

      Knowledge of the Terrain

    • B.

      Many More Troops

    • C.

      Air Support

    • D.

      A Good Battle Plan

    Correct Answer
    C. Air Support
    Explanation
    The Taliban did not have the advantage of air support. This means that they did not have access to aircraft or helicopters to provide them with aerial surveillance, transportation, or the ability to launch airstrikes on their enemies. This would have put them at a disadvantage compared to their opponents who had access to air support, as it would have limited their ability to gather intelligence, move quickly and efficiently, and launch attacks from the air.

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  • 10. 

    Who helped Marcus Luttrell survive?

    • A.

      More Navy S.E.A.L.S

    • B.

      Afgan Villagers

    • C.

      The Afgan Goverment

    • D.

      The Taliban

    Correct Answer
    B. Afgan Villagers
    Explanation
    Afghan villagers helped Marcus Luttrell survive.

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