9/11 Terrorist Attacks Quiz

On what date did the terrorist attacks involving the hijacking of four commercial passenger airplanes occur?

• September 11, 2000

• September 11, 2001

• September 11, 2002

• September 11, 2003

Which building was hit by a hijacked airplane in Arlington, Virginia during the 9/11 terrorist attacks?

• The Capitol Building

• The White House

• The Pentagon

• The Supreme Court Building

What was the immediate response of President George W. Bush to the 9/11 terrorist attacks?

• Declaring a national day of mourning

• Declaring a "war on terrorism"

• Signing a peace treaty

• Resigning from office

How many people were killed in the 9/11 terrorist attacks, including the terrorists?

• About 1,000

• About 2,000

• About 3,000

• About 4,000

What significant action did the passengers and crew of the fourth plane take during the 9/11 attacks?

• They safely landed the plane

• They parachuted to safety

• They fought back and the plane was downed

• They took control and flew back to the airport

What was the immediate effect of the second Boeing 767—United Airlines Flight 175—hitting the World Trade Center?

• It caused a small fire with minimal damage.

• It led to a brief power outage in the surrounding area.

• It caused a massive explosion and showered debris over surrounding buildings.

• It resulted in a temporary evacuation of the building only.

What was the alleged reason behind the 9/11 attacks according to the document?

• Economic disparities between the East and West.

• Retaliation for America's support of Israel and its military presence in the Middle East.

• Disagreements over oil prices and trade policies.

• A protest against American cultural influences abroad.

Where did the terrorists involved in the 9/11 attacks take flying lessons?

• In military bases across the United States.

• At American commercial flight schools.

• In private flying clubs in Saudi Arabia.

• At simulation centers in Europe.

Which flight circled over downtown Washington, D.C., before crashing into the Pentagon on 9/11?

• United Flight 93

• American Airlines Flight 77

• American Airlines Flight 11

• United Airlines Flight 175

What caused the structural collapse of a portion of the Pentagon during the 9/11 attacks?

• A bomb explosion

• A natural disaster

• Jet fuel from the Boeing 757

• An earthquake