1. Define the following as used in the article:
IED (para. 2)
drone (para. 3)
coalition (para. 8)

2. How are U.S.-led forces in Afghanistan preparing for the runoff presidential election next month?

3. Why is there going to be a runoff presidential election in Afghanistan?

4. How do Afghan authorities plan to ensure that the runoff election is fair?

5. What specific steps are being taken to make the election as secure as possible, according to Col. Curry?

6. How is the Iranian government linked to the Taliban in Afghanistan?

7. In your opinion, which word best describes the tone of this article? lighthearted, serious, hopeful, discouraging, or other Explain your answer.