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Quiz for the week of: August 10, 2026


Question 1 out of 5

Q: Why has the percentage of women nominated for the military’s highest-ranking positions fallen this year?

Select your answer:
A. Women are no longer eligible to serve in senior military leadership roles.
B. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has blocked many high-ranking promotions, including some involving women and people of color.
C. Congress eliminated the positions of generals and admirals.
D. Fewer women have joined the military in recent years.