29 Questions
What was the initial action taken by the insurgents before the attack?
Reconnoitering the area around the element's position
What action did the element's snipers take to thwart the insurgents' initial attempt?
Eliminated two insurgents
What type of weapon did the insurgents use to engage the element?
Rocket-propelled grenade
What position did Petty Officer Monsoor take on the roof?
He took position with his machine gun between two teammates on an outcropping of the roof
What action did Petty Officer Monsoor take when the hand grenade landed in front of him?
He threw himself onto the grenade to absorb the force of the explosion with his body
What was the result of Petty Officer Monsoor's actions?
He was killed in the explosion
Why is a rail-borne IED considered an attractive form of attack for terrorists?
A rail car is an inconspicuous delivery vehicle.
What is a bomb threat generally defined as?
A threat to detonate an explosive or incendiary device.
Why should security personnel take any bomb threat seriously?
To assume the worst case scenario until proven otherwise.
What is an important reason for using an EDD team during a bomb threat situation?
To prevent any potential harm from reaching the area.
How are bombs typically detonated according to the text?
Through remote detonation from significant distances.
Why can very large IEDs be more easily loaded onto trains than carried by individuals?
The train's size permits loading IEDs not limited by human carrying capacity.
What is the primary concern when security forces open fire on an aircraft threat?
Collateral damage from expended rounds
Which type of behavior is characterized by substantive demands and clearly recognizable objectives?
Instrumental behavior
In the context of armed/barricaded/hostage incidents, what do the terms 'instrumental' and 'expressive' refer to?
Categories of behavior exhibited by subjects
Which statement is true about active shooters?
They employ concealable weapons
What is the primary difference between instrumental and expressive behavior in armed/barricaded/hostage incidents?
Instrumental behavior involves demands, while expressive behavior does not
In the context of aircraft threats, what does the phrase 'detect-to-engage sequence' refer to?
The time it takes to identify and respond to a threat
What is the primary purpose of the Force Protection Conditions (FPCON) program?
To standardize military services' identification of and responses to terrorist threats and acts
Which of the following best describes the FPCON level system?
A progressive system that allows for graduated security measures based on threat levels
Which document delineates the implementation of specific DOD mandatory measures at each FPCON level?
DODI O-2000.16, Volume 2
Which of the following statements is true regarding the reporting of FPCON changes?
Voice and message attainment reports are made through the chain of command
Which of the following entities delineates supplemental measures to be implemented at each FPCON level for afloat and ashore commands?
Geographic combatant commanders
Based on the information provided, which of the following statements is true regarding the reporting process for afloat units?
Afloat units report to their immediate superior in command and brief the installation commanding officer
What is the primary purpose of sabotage according to the text?
To disrupt key services or facilities and impress the power of the saboteur on the public consciousness
Which of the following is cited in the text as the most costly arson committed by the Earth Liberation Front (ELF)?
An arson in San Diego, California in August 2003 that caused an estimated $50 million worth of damage
What is the primary advantage of using bombs as a weapon for terrorists?
All of the above
Which of the following is the primary reason that single issue groups, such as the Earth Liberation Front (ELF), favor the use of arson for their purposes?
Arson is a symbolic act that draws attention to the group's cause
What percentage of terrorist incidents or planned acts in the U.S. involved the use of bombs?
75%
Test your knowledge of military tactics and operations by answering questions about a scenario involving insurgents, snipers, and a machine gunner. Explore the challenges faced by the element during a coordinated enemy attack.
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