Asked in a 1960 paper

Which country exploded its atom bomb in the Sahara desert on 13 February 1960?

Correct answer: C. France

  • A. Germany
  • B. USA
  • C. France
  • D. Britain

Explanation

France carried out its first nuclear test, code-named Gerboise Bleue, in the Sahara on 13 February 1960. The test established France as the fourth nuclear-armed state at that time.

Written and checked by , contributorLast updated
Report an error

The more specific you are, the faster it gets fixed. A source beats an opinion.

Prefer email? [email protected]

Practise Conflict and Security Studies

422 free Conflict and Security Studies MCQs from International Relations, each with the correct answer and an explanation. Unlimited attempts, no account needed.

Discussion

Stuck on an option, or know a faster way to get there? Ask or explain it here.

No comments yet. Be the first to explain this one.

Exams that ask International Relations questions like this

International Relations is on 2 papers prepared for on TestUstad, and all of them draw the same bank, so this question is worth knowing for every one of them.

More Conflict and Security Studies questions