Vocabulary
Terrorism
The use of violence and intimidation to achieve political goals.
Who was the leader of al-Qaeda at the time of 9/11 and is therefore thought of as the person who was in charge of 9/11?
Osama bin Laden
President George W. Bush promised that what would not be tolerated after hearing about the attacks of 9/11?
Terrorism
How many planes were hijacked on 9/11?
Four
What religious groups were targeted because of 9/11?
Muslims
Al-Qaeda
The group responsible for the 9/11 attacks
Who was president during 9/11?
George W. Bush
What airline-related agency was created after 9/11 to prevent terrorism and enhance security?
TSA
Which tower was hit first?
The North Tower
What war resulted from the US trying to track down al-Qaeda?
The war in Afghanistan
Extremism
Holding extreme political or religious views
Who was the planner of 9/11 and the person who came up with the idea of using planes?
Khalid Sheikh Mohammed
What are 3 immigration/visa regulations?
Only 675,000 people per year are allowed
You need a passport
Evidence of criminal or financial records.
Complete an interview.
How many people died on 9/11?
What medical condition plauged many people who witnessed 9/11 firsthand?
PTSD
A term used to describe countries that were seen as a threat to the United States.
Who was the mayor of NYC during 9/11 and for his leadreship and immediate action is remembered as one of the heros of the day.
Rudy Giuliani
What federal agency was replaced by the Department of Homeland Security?
The Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS)
What was the motive behind the attacks of 9/11?
Al-Qaeda didn't like the US foreign policy in the Muslim world and wanted the US to get out of Saudi Arabia
Which organiztion that had taken control of Afghanistan provided security for al-Qaeda?
The Taliban
Triage
Prioritizing medical care for those who need it most
What are the names of 2 different hijackers from the planes on 9/11?
Mohamed Atta
Marwan al-Shehhi
Ziad Jarrah
Name 2 out of the 3 major federal agencies serving under the Department of Homeland Security
Citizens of how many countries died in the attack? (A guess within 5 will be counted)
78
Which health program was made to help first responders, survivors, and others affected by 9/11?
The WTC Health Program