Quiz on Lone-Actor Terrorism

What has been the trend in lone-actor terrorism research over the past decade?

• No change

• Exponential growth

• Stable interest

• Decreased interest

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of lone-actor terrorists according to the text?

• Many have a history of mental illness

• Significant proportion with a criminal record

• Most are married with children

• Higher proportion of unattached individuals

What is one of the biggest areas of contention in the literature on lone-actor terrorism?

• The definition of lone-actor terrorism

• The role of the internet

• The lethality of attacks

• The effectiveness of counter-terrorism strategies

According to the text, what percentage of lone actors had their extremist ideology known to others?

• 34.5%

• 50.4%

• 63.9%

• 79%

What type of weapon is most frequently used by lone actors?

• Explosive devices

• Firearms

• Knives

• Chemical weapons

Multiple Option: Which ideology was found to be the most prevalent among lone-actor terrorists?

• Right-wing extremism

• Left-wing extremism

• Islamism

• Environmentalism

What role does the internet play in lone-actor radicalisation?

• It has no significant role

• It fosters isolation

• It is primarily used for communication

• It serves as a learning environment

What is a common target for lone-actor attacks?

• Government officials

• Military personnel

• Political leaders

• Civilians

What percentage of lone actors reportedly executed 'dry-runs' to prepare for their attacks?

• 50.4%

• 40.2%

• 29%

• 21%

Which of the following is a notable finding regarding the social context of lone-actor radicalisation?

• They do not communicate with others

• They prefer to work alone

• They often have connections to radical movements

• Lone actors are completely isolated