Terrorism Flashcards
What do terrorists typically believe in?
Terrorists usually have a ‘cause’ they believe in, but use violence to get their message across.
What is a common characteristic of terrorist missions?
Many terrorists are prepared to die for their beliefs, making their missions often suicidal.
What is the aim of terrorists?
Their aim is to terrify the citizens of a country, disrupting normal life.
How do terrorists view themselves?
Terrorists often consider themselves to be ‘freedom fighters’.
How can the perception of terrorists vary?
What you call them depends on whether you consider yourself to be on the same side.
Who was Nelson Mandela in relation to terrorism?
Nelson Mandela was considered a terrorist by some, as he led the terrorist branch of the ANC which planted bombs in public places, but to many he was a hero.
Why do Christians oppose terrorism?
Christians oppose terrorism because it fails to meet the criteria for a just war.
What criteria for a just war does terrorism fail to meet?
It is not started or controlled by a legitimate authority, aims to bring terror, not peace, and uses weapons disproportionately.
What does the 10 Commandments say about killing?
‘Do not kill.’
What does Genesis say about humans?
Humans are ‘made in the image of God’ – loss of innocent life must be wrong.
What does Genesis say about shedding blood?
‘Whoever sheds the blood of man, by man shall his blood be shed, for God made man in his own image.’
