terrorism DB 2

Deliverable Length:  5-6 paragraphs

In this Discussion Board assignment, you will have the opportunity to discuss terrorist methods, behavioral patterns, trends, modes of attack, tactics, and strategies as they exist in contemporary times.

Assignment Guidelines

• In 5–6 paragraphs, address the following:
  • In your opinion, do you think that terrorists are primarily motivated by religious beliefs or ideologies (political orientations)? Explain.
  • What types of terrorist attacks do you think are the most effective? Why? Be specific.
  • Have you ever felt fear of being a victim of a terrorist attack? Explain.
    • If so, what caused this fear? Does this mean that terrorists are succeeding? Why or why not?
    • If not, how have others around you (friends, family, coworkers, etc.) expressed fear of terrorist attacks? What fuels their fear? Explain.
  • What are your thoughts on the use of suicide bombing as a terrorist tactic? Explain
    • Is this an effective tactic for spreading terror? Why or why not?
    • What can be done to defend against this type of attack? Explain.
  • What types of tactics and planning and execution techniques do you think terrorists will employ in the future? Explain your reasoning.