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By attacking the USS Cole, al-Qaeda ultimately aimed toA.eliminate all sea-based attacks in Yemen.
B.send a violent warning message to the United States.
C.demonstrate the Taliban’s power in Afghanistan.
D.destroy all American forces in the Middle East.

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Answer 1
Answer: B.send a violent warning message to the United States.

The USS Cole was bombed by Al-Qaeda in 2000 when the ship stopped in Yemen refuel. 

The USS Cole was targeted to send a message to the US. A year later the World Trade Center attack occurred on 9/11. Al-Qaeda took immediate responsibility for the suicide bombing resulting in American deaths on the ship. It is believed Sudan aided the bombing by giving Al-Qaeda tips on the location of US ships. 
Answer 2
Answer: By attacking the USS Cole, al-Qaeda ultimately aimed to "B.send a violent warning message to the United States," since this was an act of terror meant to intimidate the US. 

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