piracy in Somalia Flashcards
1
Q
who were the typical victims of piracy
A
boats from america, fishermen, tourist boats, rescource boats
2
Q
what were the boats pirates used to get on the boats
A
skiffs (mini speedboats)
3
Q
when did it properly start
A
February 2012
4
Q
t/f pirates don’t kill people
A
f: they will do whatever to get the things they want.
5
Q
in 2011, how many hostages died?
A
35
6
Q
in 2008, how many attacks were there?
A
11
7
Q
t/f. may 2007, a Chinese sailor was shot because he couldn’t pay the ransom?
A
true, but thankfully nobody else on that ship died.
8
Q
what is the typical motive for pirates?
A
money for their family to get food
9
Q
what weapons do pirates use?
A
firearms, any guns, grenades, explosive
10
Q
in 2010 how many fishermen were held hostage?
A
1090
