Understanding the Economics of Terrorism

Understanding the Economics of Terrorism

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, History, Business

10th Grade - University

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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The video explores the intersection of terrorism and daily life, focusing on the Red Brigades in Italy. It delves into the economics of terrorism, revealing how terrorist organizations are financially driven. The speaker discusses the evolution of terrorism from state-sponsored to privatized and globalized forms. The concept of rogue economics is introduced, highlighting its impact on global financial systems and the unintended consequences of the Patriot Act on money laundering activities.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary reason the speaker was invited to interview the Red Brigades?

The speaker was a journalist.

The speaker was a member of the Red Brigades.

The speaker's childhood friend supported their name.

The speaker was a political prisoner.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the speaker fail the psychological profiling of a terrorist?

They were not interested in politics.

They were too single-minded and opinionated.

They were not good at following orders.

They were too violent.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant economic challenge faced by the Red Brigades?

Lack of weapons.

Inability to recruit members.

Lack of political support.

Shortage of cash.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What realization did the speaker have after interviewing Mario Moretti?

Terrorism is primarily driven by ideology.

Terrorism is a form of business.

Terrorism is a political movement.

Terrorism is a cultural phenomenon.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the three main stages in the evolution of terrorism's economic system?

Ideology, politics, economics.

Planning, funding, execution.

Recruitment, training, execution.

State sponsorship, privatization, globalization.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is 'rogue economics' as described by the speaker?

A stable economic system.

A force that emerges during times of transformation.

A type of economic policy.

A government-controlled economy.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the Patriot Act affect money laundering activities?

It increased money laundering in the U.S.

It shifted money laundering activities to Europe.

It eliminated money laundering globally.

It had no impact on money laundering.

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