Select one definition of terrorism that you feel is best and explain why you think it is better than the others. Is there any way you could improve it? Is any single definition of terrorism sufficient to describe terrorism? How do terrorist organizations use radicalization to influence and attract members?

Homeland/Global Security

For each question, prepare a one-page response (typed and double spaced).

Prompt

1. Select one definition of terrorism that you feel is best and explain why you think it is better than the others.
2. Is there any way you could improve it? Is any single definition of terrorism sufficient to describe terrorism?
3. How do terrorist organizations use radicalization to influence and attract members? Give an example of recent radicalization efforts reported in the media.
4. Discuss financing of modern terrorist organizations. How does narcoterrorism finance terrorism?
5. Does the media use terrorists, or do terrorists use the media? Explain this relationship.
6. Discuss the impact of force multipliers in the context of terrorism. If you were a planner in a terrorist organization, which force multipliers would be most effective for your strategy?