31.   I wanted mine to be more like a rich dessert.

32.   In both cases, the new mines abroad are likely to produce copper much more cheaply than their existing operations at home.

33.   Indeed, the mines are in shambles, neglected for years by the state mining company.

34.   International agencies say there could be more mines in Afghanistan than in any other country, with the possible exception of Cambodia.

35.   Many military officials acknowledge that anti-personnel mines are far more of a threat than a protection for American soldiers.

36.   Military planners say that mines are not the only way to stop invaders, but that the alternatives would be costly and might mean more casualties.

37.   Mines are not the only danger.

38.   Mines are cheap and durable and deadly.

39.   Mines are likely to remain the most consistent source of casualties.

40.   Mines are a low-cost way for less sophisticated armies to endanger and kill American troops.