AFVID Study Deck - I TRP, 2-16 CAV. v.1.2 Questions and answers
already Graded A+
What has been the U.S. commitment to the Korean Peninsula for almost 70
years?
The U.S. has used military and diplomatic tools to support South Korea and deter
North Korean aggression.
What is a significant development in North Korea's military capabilities under Kim
Jong Un?
The rapid advancement of North Korea's nuclear weapon development and long-
range missile delivery systems.
What has changed in North Korea's rhetoric under Kim Jong Un?
It has become more confrontational.
What does South Korea's doctrine of disproportionate response entail?
It emphasizes a strong military response to provocations, increasing escalatory
dangers.
What was the state of North Korea's nuclear testing as of early 2019?
North Korea had not conducted any nuclear-capable missile or nuclear tests in
over a year.
What did Kim Jong Un pledge in his 2019 New Year's address?
He pledged that North Korea would pursue complete denuclearization and not
proliferate nuclear weapons.
What conditions did Kim Jong Un set for progress on denuclearization?
He conditioned it on U.S. 'practical actions'.
What has the U.S. Intelligence Community assessed about North Korea's nuclear
ambitions?
North Korea is unlikely to give up all its nuclear weapons and production
capabilities.
, What significant action did North Korea take regarding the Punggye-ri nuclear test
site in May 2018?
North Korea dynamited the entrances to two test tunnels.
What did the International Atomic Energy Agency report about North Korea's test
tunnels in March 2022?
North Korea began restoring test tunnels, indicating readiness for nuclear testing.
How many ballistic missile test launches did North Korea conduct from 2022-
2023?
Over 80 ballistic missile test launches, including at least five intercontinental
ballistic missiles (ICBMs).
What did Kim Jong Un announce in his 2023 New Year's address regarding North
Korea's nuclear arsenal?
He stated that North Korea would 'exponentially expand' its nuclear arsenal and
mass-produce tactical nuclear weapons.
What was the significance of the ICBM test conducted by North Korea in October
2024?
It demonstrated North Korea's ongoing commitment to advancing its missile
capabilities.
What pattern has been suggested by North Korean missile tests and operational
training exercises?
They indicate a strategy to strengthen the credibility of North Korea's regional
nuclear deterrent.
What has been the overall risk of large-scale conflict on the Korean Peninsula?
The risk has remained relatively low despite ongoing tensions.
What is one potential outcome if diplomatic talks between North and South Korea
fail?
The military situation in Korea could remain very dangerous.
already Graded A+
What has been the U.S. commitment to the Korean Peninsula for almost 70
years?
The U.S. has used military and diplomatic tools to support South Korea and deter
North Korean aggression.
What is a significant development in North Korea's military capabilities under Kim
Jong Un?
The rapid advancement of North Korea's nuclear weapon development and long-
range missile delivery systems.
What has changed in North Korea's rhetoric under Kim Jong Un?
It has become more confrontational.
What does South Korea's doctrine of disproportionate response entail?
It emphasizes a strong military response to provocations, increasing escalatory
dangers.
What was the state of North Korea's nuclear testing as of early 2019?
North Korea had not conducted any nuclear-capable missile or nuclear tests in
over a year.
What did Kim Jong Un pledge in his 2019 New Year's address?
He pledged that North Korea would pursue complete denuclearization and not
proliferate nuclear weapons.
What conditions did Kim Jong Un set for progress on denuclearization?
He conditioned it on U.S. 'practical actions'.
What has the U.S. Intelligence Community assessed about North Korea's nuclear
ambitions?
North Korea is unlikely to give up all its nuclear weapons and production
capabilities.
, What significant action did North Korea take regarding the Punggye-ri nuclear test
site in May 2018?
North Korea dynamited the entrances to two test tunnels.
What did the International Atomic Energy Agency report about North Korea's test
tunnels in March 2022?
North Korea began restoring test tunnels, indicating readiness for nuclear testing.
How many ballistic missile test launches did North Korea conduct from 2022-
2023?
Over 80 ballistic missile test launches, including at least five intercontinental
ballistic missiles (ICBMs).
What did Kim Jong Un announce in his 2023 New Year's address regarding North
Korea's nuclear arsenal?
He stated that North Korea would 'exponentially expand' its nuclear arsenal and
mass-produce tactical nuclear weapons.
What was the significance of the ICBM test conducted by North Korea in October
2024?
It demonstrated North Korea's ongoing commitment to advancing its missile
capabilities.
What pattern has been suggested by North Korean missile tests and operational
training exercises?
They indicate a strategy to strengthen the credibility of North Korea's regional
nuclear deterrent.
What has been the overall risk of large-scale conflict on the Korean Peninsula?
The risk has remained relatively low despite ongoing tensions.
What is one potential outcome if diplomatic talks between North and South Korea
fail?
The military situation in Korea could remain very dangerous.
