Terrorism

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/terrorism

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the operational definition?Use of violence against non-combatants for political or ideological aims
2. What is the term popularization?French Revolution (late 18th century), widespread international use from the 1970s
3. Why do terrorists target places like airports or shopping centers?They often attack busy places like airports, shopping centers, or nightlife spots. This makes people feel scared, stops normal life, and gets attention from the media.
4. When did the word "terrorism" first become popular?The word "terrorism" became popular during the French Revolution in the late 1700s, especially during the Reign of Terror.

Non-combatants: Individuals not actively participating in armed conflict; civilians.
Ideological Aims: Goals derived from a specific set of political, social, or religious beliefs.
State Terrorism: The use of terror tactics by a government against its own population or other states.
Psychological Manipulation: Influencing people's minds and emotions to achieve a desired outcome, often through fear.