North Korea Fires Two Projectiles Into The Sea Of Japan

On Monday, South Korea's military monitored North Korea's launch of suspected short-range ballistic missiles off its East Coast. North Korean leader Kim Jong-un supervised military drills testing defense units' mobility and firepower. A South Korean officer suggested the launch might be part of these drills, expected to continue through March. If confirmed as missiles, this would be North Korea's first test since November. In 2019, North Korea conducted 13 missile tests. In January, Kim announced he no longer feels bound by his suspension of nuclear and long-range missile tests and plans to unveil a new strategic weapon soon.

What action did North Korea take that prompted South Korea's military to monitor the situation?

• Launched a satellite

• Conducted a nuclear test

• Fired short-range ballistic missiles

• Held a peace summit

What was the purpose of the military drills overseen by Kim Jong-un?

• To prepare for a space mission

• To evaluate the mobility and firepower of defense units

• To test the country's new submarines

• To conduct a joint exercise with China

How many missile tests did North Korea conduct in 2019?

• 13

• 20

• 10

• 5

What did Kim Jong-un declare about his country's missile testing policy in early January?

• He will collaborate with South Korea on missile technology

• He plans to halt all missile tests

• He no longer feels bound by the suspension of nuclear and long-range missile tests

• He would increase the number of tests

What future development did Kim Jong-un announce for North Korea?

• A new space exploration program

• A new strategic weapon

• A new peace treaty with South Korea

• A new economic reform plan