22 Questions
What is the Latin root of the word 'terrorism'?
terrere
Which of the following groups is NOT considered a precursor of contemporary fundamentalist terrorists?
The French Jacobins
How did Maximilien Robespierre view the concept of 'terror'?
As a consequence of the general principle of democracy
What is the primary connotation of the term 'terrorism' in modern usage?
Negative, implying a pejorative and morally reprehensible act
When did the term 'terrorism' gain notoriety?
During the French Revolution
Which of the following groups is typically associated with the label 'terrorists'?
Non-state actors
What is the primary source of data collection for the Global Terrorism Database (GTD) in recent years?
Existing media aggregators such as Lexis/Nexis and Factiva
Which of the following is NOT a potential underlying reason for terrorism according to the text?
Climate change
What is the name of the legislation in the United States that has permitted lengthy detention of non-citizens on suspicion of terrorism?
The Patriot Act
Which of the following is a concern regarding counter-terrorism measures?
Terrorists may adapt to counter-terrorist measures
What is the name of the index produced by the Global Terrorism Database (GTD) each year?
Global Terrorism Index
What is the primary issue with 'overreaction' in counter-terrorism?
It may lead to the erosion of civil liberties
What is the definition of a state according to Max Weber?
A human community that claims the monopoly of the use of physical force within a given territory
Which of the following is NOT a type of terrorism?
Humanitarian terrorism
What is the term used to describe the idea that one person's terrorist is another person's freedom fighter?
Benign vs. Malign
Which of the following terrorist groups is NOT currently listed on the US State Department's list of Foreign Terrorist Organizations?
IRA
What is the primary motivation behind most terrorist acts?
Ideological goals
What is the term used to describe terrorist attacks that target specific individuals or groups?
Targeted killings
What is the primary factor that influences the ease of development of a terrorist attack?
Social circles
Which of the following is a characteristic of a terrorist attack that is often considered when evaluating its effectiveness?
All of the above
What is the term used to describe the ability of a state or security forces to defend against a terrorist attack?
Defensibility
Which of the following is a reason why some terrorist groups may avoid certain attack methods?
Traceability
Explore the concept of terrorism, its definition, and its long history dating back thousands of years. Learn about the Latin verb terrere, and how it relates to the idea of frightening civilians for political aims. Discover the precursors of contemporary fundamentalist terrorism.
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