What is the primary goal of terrorism?
a) Achieving diplomatic agreements
b) Causing fear and disrupting societies
c) Promoting economic growth
d) Encouraging cultural exchange
Which international organization is primarily responsible for addressing global terrorism?
a) United Nations
b) NATO
c) World Trade Organization
d) ASEAN
Which counterterrorism strategy focuses on reducing the conditions that foster terrorism?
a) Military intervention
b) Intelligence gathering
c) Counter-radicalization
d) Diplomatic negotiation
Which of the following is an example of state-sponsored terrorism?
a) Al-Qaeda
b) Hezbollah
c) Boko Haram
d) ISIS
Which of the following is the main focus of counterterrorism intelligence agencies?
a) Economic analysis
b) Preventing terrorist attacks
c) Promoting human rights
d) Conducting diplomatic talks
Which U.S. government agency is primarily responsible for domestic counterterrorism?
a) CIA
b) FBI
c) NSA
d) DHS
What term is used to describe the use of military force to counter terrorist groups?
a) Counterterrorism
b) Counterinsurgency
c) Preemptive strike
d) Humanitarian intervention
Which group was responsible for the September 11, 2001 attacks?
a) Al-Qaeda
b) ISIS
c) Hamas
d) Boko Haram
Which country’s military forces are heavily involved in counterterrorism operations in the Sahel region of Africa?
a) United States
b) France
c) Russia
d) China
What is the primary purpose of counterterrorism laws?
a) Restricting the freedom of press
b) Protecting national borders
c) Disrupting terrorist financing and operations
d) Promoting trade relations
Which of the following is an international convention aimed at combating terrorism?
a) The Geneva Conventions
b) The Terrorist Financing Convention
c) The Kyoto Protocol
d) The Paris Agreement
Which strategy focuses on isolating and dismantling terrorist organizations by cutting off their financial resources?
a) Military intervention
b) Cyber warfare
c) Financial sanctions
d) Diplomacy
Which intelligence method is commonly used to monitor terrorist activities in the digital realm?
a) HUMINT
b) SIGINT
c) GEOINT
d) OSINT
What is a primary challenge of counterterrorism efforts?
a) Securing the financial system
b) Balancing civil liberties with national security
c) Managing trade agreements
d) Promoting cultural exchange
Which of the following groups is known for its use of “lone wolf” terrorists?
a) Al-Qaeda
b) ISIS
c) Taliban
d) ETA
Which of the following best describes a “soft target” in the context of terrorism?
a) Military bases
b) Government buildings
c) Civilian infrastructure such as airports and malls
d) Intelligence agencies
What is the role of the United Nations Security Council in global counterterrorism efforts?
a) Initiating military operations
b) Imposing economic sanctions
c) Mediation of peace talks
d) Providing humanitarian aid
Which country launched the “War on Terror” after the September 11 attacks?
a) France
b) United States
c) United Kingdom
d) Israel
What is the main objective of the U.S. Patriot Act, passed after the 9/11 attacks?
a) Facilitating diplomatic relations
b) Enhancing the government’s ability to detect and prevent terrorism
c) Reducing defense spending
d) Promoting trade agreements
Which tactic is commonly used by terrorists to create fear and disrupt societies?
a) Cyberattacks
b) Economic sanctions
c) Suicide bombings
d) Diplomatic negotiations
Which country’s intelligence agency is known as MI5?
a) United States
b) United Kingdom
c) Russia
d) Israel
Which counterterrorism strategy aims at preventing the radicalization of potential terrorists?
a) Community outreach and education
b) Military operations
c) Targeted assassinations
d) Economic sanctions
Which organization is responsible for coordinating counterterrorism efforts across European Union member states?
a) Europol
b) NATO
c) Interpol
d) UNODC
Which form of terrorism involves the use of chemical, biological, or nuclear weapons?
a) Cyber terrorism
b) Environmental terrorism
c) CBRN terrorism
d) State-sponsored terrorism
Which of the following is a key tactic in counterterrorism operations?
a) Direct engagement with terrorist organizations
b) Public diplomacy campaigns
c) Intelligence sharing and cooperation
d) Trade negotiations
Which region has seen the rise of Boko Haram and its terrorist activities?
a) West Africa
b) Middle East
c) South Asia
d) Europe
What is one major criticism of counterterrorism operations?
a) They often disregard human rights and civil liberties
b) They promote global cooperation
c) They boost economic growth
d) They lead to an increase in global tourism
What does the term “terrorist financing” refer to?
a) Funding international trade operations
b) Providing financial support to terrorism and terrorist groups
c) Supporting humanitarian relief efforts
d) Enhancing diplomatic relations through financial aid
Which of the following is a strategy used by counterterrorism agencies to disrupt terrorist networks?
a) Targeted assassinations
b) Military intervention
c) Cyber surveillance and hacking
d) Blocking financial transactions and fundraising
What role does media play in terrorism?
a) Reporting terrorist acts without sensationalism
b) Promoting diplomatic negotiations
c) Spreading terrorist propaganda and recruitment messages
d) Supporting counterterrorism strategies
Which terrorist group is primarily responsible for the rise of the Islamic State (ISIS)?
a) Al-Qaeda
b) Hamas
c) Boko Haram
d) Al-Zarqawi’s group
Which country has been particularly active in leading counterterrorism efforts in the Middle East?
a) Saudi Arabia
b) Iran
c) United States
d) Russia
