Terrorism DB 1

5-7 paragraphs

Terrorism is aimed toward civilian targets and guerrilla warfare’s prime concentration is military-type objectives. In this assignment, you will examine the difference between terrorism and guerrilla warfare from a historical standpoint.

Assignment Guidelines

• Searching the Internet, research the 1996 terrorist attack against the Khobar Towers in Saudi Arabia.
• In 5–7 paragraphs, address the following:
  • Briefly summarize the attack and aftermath of the Khobar Towers bombing.
  • Do you think that this attack should be considered a terrorist attack or an example of guerrilla warfare? Why?
  • In your opinion, how do you think this attack impacted the United States' government? Explain.
    • How do you think it impacted the general population of the United States? Explain.