Describe the history of terrorism.

Description should include

  • a definition of terrorism
  • major terrorist events in the history of the United States
  • government responses to terrorist acts.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • What are the goals of terrorism?
  • What are the implications of anti-terrorism laws?
  • What is the difference between hate crimes and terrorism?
  • What terrorist acts occurred in the United States before 9/11?
  • Why was the Department of the Homeland Security created?