Peace And Conflict Key Terms

Question 1

Justice

Answer 1

Bringing about what is right and fair.

Question 2

Holy war

Answer 2

A war fought by a religion to defend it or further their religion.

Question 3

Conscientious objectors

Answer 3

People who object going to war or taking part in the war effort.

Question 4

Radicilisation

Answer 4

When people learn extreme views on religious, social or political issues.

Question 5

Quaker

Answer 5

A denomination of Christian who believe war is always wrong (pacifists).

Question 6

Righteous anger

Answer 6

Anger against injustice and the motivation to put it right.

Question 7

Conflict resolution

Answer 7

Creating peace between two parties.

Question 8

Proportionality

Answer 8

Damage caused by war should not outweigh the damage caused by not going to war.

Question 9

Reconciliation

Answer 9

Restoration of harmony after relationships have broken down.

Question 10

Terrorism

Answer 10

The unlawful use of violence, usually against civilians or innocent people to achieve a political goal.