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Which statements describe US national security after 2001? Choose two correct answers.

The US formed NATO with Russia to prevent terrorist attacks.
The US Navy sent warships to the Pacific Ocean to find terrorists.
US lawmakers investigated alleged communists to stop attacks.
The US focused national security efforts on fighting terrorism.
The US military invaded Afghanistan to fight al-Qaeda and the Taliban

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Correct answers:
- The US focused national security efforts on fighting terrorism.
- The US military invaded Afghanistan to fight al-Qaeda and the Taliban.

Explanation: After the 9/11 attacks the United States made counterterrorism the top national-security priority (new laws, Homeland Security, etc.) and launched the 2001 invasion of Afghanistan (Operation Enduring Freedom) to dismantle al-Qaeda and remove the Taliban regime.