Terrorism/USA PATRIOT Act

Front

The Pentagon is the headquarters for the Department of Defense. How many exterior sides does the building have?

Back

5

Answer explanation

The building is known as the "Pentagon." It is located just outside Washington D.C. in Arlington, Virginia.

On September 11, 2001, the hijacked American Airlines Flight 77 crashed into the building. Tragically, many people lost their lives. The building, however, was later repaired.

Front

How many planes were hijacked on 9/11?

Back

4

Answer explanation

Two planes crashed into the World Trade Center in New York. A third plane crashed into the Pentagon in Virginia. A fourth plane crashed into a field in southern Pennsylvania, presumedly not at its intended target.

Front

What is considered the deadliest domestic terrorist attack in U.S. history that occurred in 1995?

Back

Oklahoma City

Front

What was the goal of the I.R.A. (Irish Republican Army) in Northern Ireland?

Back

To get Northern Ireland independence from the British

Front

Who was president of the United States on 9/11?

Back

George W. Bush

Front

Why was the Department of Homeland Security formed?

Back

to coordinate federal agencies in the fight against terrorism

Front

The crime of using force to take control of a plane, ship or vehicle is called what?

Back

hijacking

Front

The largest international terrorist attack on the U.S. occurred in 2001, with 2 of the planes hitting the twin towers located in what city?

Back

New York City

Front

_______________ is the practice of protecting systems, networks and programs from digital attacks.

Back

cybersecurity

Front

What is the primary purpose of the USA PATRIOT Act?

Back

To enhance national security