1. Define the following words as used in the article:

• trajectory
• interceptor
• missile defense system
• ballistic missile

2. What is the Arrow 3?

3. Why is the Arrow 3 crucial to Israel's defense? Be specific.

4. When is the Arrow 3 expected to become fully operational?

5. a) What is the name of Israel's first successful (short-range) missile interceptor?
b) How was/is it used?

6. Pro-active is defined as: acting in advance to deal with an expected difficulty; anticipatory (e.g. proactive steps to prevent terrorism) OR: serving to prepare for, intervene in, or control an expected occurrence or situation, especially a negative or difficult one; anticipatory (e.g. proactive measures against crime)
What do you think of Israel's pro-active missile defense program? (good planning, crucial to its survival, antagonistic, unnecessary, etc.?) Explain your answer.