Florida Civics EOC Practice Test

What event triggered the Gulf War?

1. Iraq's invasion of Saudi Arabia

2. Iraq's annexation of Kuwait

3. Iran's missile attack on Iraq

4. The discovery of oil in the Persian Gulf

The correct answer is: Iraq's annexation of Kuwait

The Gulf War, also known as the First Gulf War, was triggered by Iraq's invasion and occupation of Kuwait in August 1990. This was seen as a violation of international laws and norms by the international community, leading to a coalition of countries, led by the United States, to take military action against Iraq. The other options listed are incorrect as they do not accurately reflect the specific event that caused the Gulf War. Option A is incorrect because it suggests that Iraq invaded another country, when in fact it was the country being invaded. Option C is incorrect because it refers to a conflict between Iraq and Iran, which happened in the 1980s and was not the direct cause of the Gulf War. Option D is incorrect because while oil played a significant role in the war, its discovery was not the immediate trigger for the conflict. Overall, it was Iraq's annexation of Kuwait that sparked