9/11 Facts
In what year did 9/11 occur
2001
Should we harbor harsh feelings against the Middle East because of the acts of groups located in that region?
No
Should we disrespect Muslims because of what one Muslim extremist group did?
No
Who was the president during 9/11
A. Obama
B. Bush
C. Clinton
D. Trump
Bush
Which terrorist group was responsible for 9/11
Al-Qaeda
Name one thing that you or we as a society can do to help the fight against terrorism?
Responses may vary
Ex: Support the 9/11 Families Non-profit
Name one theme of Catholic Social Teaching that applies to 9/11
Responses will vary
Ex: Solidarity, Life and Dignity of the Human Person, Call to Family Community and Participation
True or False?
Shortly after the attacks, President Bush made a public appearance at Washington's largest Islamic Center and acknowledged the "incredibly valuable contribution" that millions of American Muslims made to their country and called for them "to be treated with respect."
True
What building was the first struck on 9/11
MUST BE SPECIFIC
The North Tower of the World Trade Center Twin Towers
Sadly, what was one result of 9/11 in the Middle East
-Started the War on Terror which has cost many lives in the middle East.
What is one topic brought up in Pope Francis' speech at the 9/11 memorial
Responses may vary
Ex: The Aftermath of the event has cost many lives
Following the attacks, what was President Bush's approval rating?
30%
60%
90%
They soared to 90%
How many lives were lost in 9/11
A. 589
B. 1,745
C. 2,996
D. 4,137
C. 2,996
What was built in place of the twin towers?
2 possible answers: 9/11 memorial or One World Trade Center
What was a statement from the Vatican about 9/11
Answers will vary
Where did President George Bush give his remarks following the first events of 9/11?
A. At a press conference
B. From the White House Oval Office
C. From the Pentagon
D. From an elementary school
From an elementary school
What is one flight number and airline of an airplane that crashed on 9/11
Note: All planes were bound for California, 3 three to LAX and one to San Francisco. All planes were manufactured by Boeing, the largest American plane manufacturer.
How should the U.S. deal with diplomatic tensions with the Middle East?
The U.S. should understand that it was not the fault of countries in the Middle East and work together with these countries to help both the U.S. and countries in the Middle East heal from the War on Terror.
In what year did Pope Francis last visit the 9/11 memorial?
2015
In which state did President George Bush give his remarks following the first events of 9/11
Florida