Question 1

"Soft" terrorist targets include which of the following?

Accepted Answer

"Soft" terrorist targets refer to areas that are crowded with civilians and have little to no security measures in place. Shopping malls, subways, theaters, and schools all fit this description, making them vulnerable to terrorist attacks. Therefore, all of the choices listed are considered "soft" targets.

Question 2

A type of war in which a much weaker group strikes at a superior group not by attacking head-on,but by attacking where the adversary least expects is called a(n)___________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A type of war in which a...

Question 3

A group of individuals who stay hidden until called upon is called__________.

Accepted Answer

A sleeper cell is a group of individuals who remain dormant and hidden until they are called upon to take action or carry out a specific mission. This concept is often associated with terrorist organizations, but can also be used by intelligence agencies or military units for covert operations. Asymmetric warfare is a broader term that refers to any conflict between parties with vastly unequal military power, while terrorist and Al Qaeda are more specific terms that refer to certain types of actors or organizations involved in such conflicts.

Question 4

A group of individuals designed to remain undiscovered until they are called upon to act are called a(an)__________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A group of individuals designed to remain...

Question 5

On October 8,2001,President Bush signed Executive Order 13228,establishing the ___________ to develop and coordinate the implementation of a comprehensive national strategy to secure the United States from terrorist threats or attacks.

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The answer of On October 8,2001,President Bush signed Executive Order...

Question 6

In which case did the Supreme Court rule that a citizen detained in the United States as an enemy combatant must be afforded the opportunity to rebut such a designation?

Accepted Answer

The Supreme Court ruled in Hamdi v. Rumsfeld that a citizen detained in the United States as an enemy combatant must be afforded the opportunity to rebut such a designation.

Question 7

A deconfliction is designed to___________.

Accepted Answer

A deconfliction is a process of sharing information among different agencies or organizations to avoid conflicts that could arise due to the sharing of that information. It is commonly used in law enforcement and intelligence communities to prevent conflicts in sharing sensitive, confidential information related to ongoing investigations.

Question 8

Which of the following are common activities that fund terrorist groups?

Accepted Answer

All of the choices are common activities that fund terrorist groups. Terrorist groups often engage in illegal activities such as drug dealing, arms dealing, document forgery, and smuggling stolen goods to finance their operations.

Question 9

Domestic terrorist groups include__________.

Accepted Answer

All of the given choices are examples of domestic terrorist groups. White and Black supremacists and militia groups often advocate for violence and use it to achieve their political goals. Environmental extremists have also engaged in violent acts, such as arson and property destruction, to draw attention to their cause. Left-wing extremists may also engage in violent protest tactics and have been responsible for several domestic terrorist attacks. Therefore, all of the choices are included in the category of domestic terrorist groups.

Question 10

The first guiding principle of the Department of Homeland Security is___________.

Accepted Answer

The first guiding principle of the Department of Homeland Security is to protect civil rights and civil liberties. This is outlined in their mission statement and is the foundation of all their operations. While the other choices may be important components of homeland security, they are not the overarching guiding principle.

Question 11

__________ is a communications program within the Office for Interoperability and Compatibility (OIC)that provides research,development,testing and evaluation,guidance,tools and templates on communications-related issues to local,tribal,state,and federal emergency response agencies.

Accepted Answer

The answer of __________ is a communications program within the...

Question 12

__________ gave the police unprecedented ability to search,seize,detain,or eavesdrop in their pursuit of possible terrorists.

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The answer of __________ gave the police unprecedented ability to...

Question 13

___________ refers to an independent peer review of ability,vulnerability and limitations in emergency situations.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ___________ refers to an independent peer review...

Question 14

___________ has occurred when the coverage of terrorism inspires more terrorism.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ___________ has occurred when the coverage of...

Question 15

A(An)__________ is defined as a "holy war."

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The answer of A(An)__________ is defined as a "holy war."...

Question 16

An attack on our nation's "soft" agricultural heartland is an example of __________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of An attack on our nation's "soft" agricultural...

Question 17

America's first line of defense against terrorist attacks is___________.

Accepted Answer

America's first line of defense against terrorist attacks involves a coordinated effort from police, firefighters, emergency personnel, and medical personnel, making all of the choices collectively the first line of defense.

Question 18

Without the media,terrorists would receive no exposure,their cause would go ignored,and no climate of fear would be generated.This illustrates the __________ relationship between the media and terrorism.

Accepted Answer

The statement indicates a mutually beneficial relationship between the media and terrorism, where the media gives terrorists exposure and generates fear, and terrorists use the media to spread their message and gain attention. This symbiotic relationship highlights the critical role of media in the propagation of terrorism.

Question 19

The FBI defines __________ as "the unlawful use of force or violence against persons or property to intimidate or coerce a government,the civilian population,or any segment thereof,in furtherance of political or social objectives."

Accepted Answer

The answer of The FBI defines __________ as "the unlawful...

Question 20

The National Incident Management System is___________.

Accepted Answer

The National Incident Management System (NIMS) is a set of preparedness concepts and principles for all hazards, making it applicable to all emergency management/incident response personnel and not limited to only large-scale incidents. It is a dynamic system that is updated regularly to reflect current best practices and lessons learned from past incidents.

Quiz 10: Terrorism And Homeland Security