unibomber Flashcards
Who is the Unabomber?
The Unabomber is Ted Kaczynski, an American domestic terrorist and former mathematics professor.
What was the primary method used by the Unabomber in his attacks?
The Unabomber primarily used homemade bombs sent through the mail.
True or False: The Unabomber’s attacks were motivated by anti-technology beliefs.
True
What is the title of the manifesto written by the Unabomber?
Industrial Society and Its Future
Fill in the blank: The Unabomber conducted his attacks over a span of ____ years.
17
In what year was the Unabomber apprehended?
1996
What was Ted Kaczynski’s educational background?
He earned a PhD in mathematics from the University of Michigan.
Multiple Choice: What type of targets did the Unabomber primarily choose? A) Government officials B) Business executives C) University professors D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What was one of the significant effects of the Unabomber’s actions on society?
Increased security measures for mail and package delivery.
True or False: The Unabomber was motivated by a desire to promote environmentalism.
True
What was the Unabomber’s primary argument against modern society?
He argued that technological advancements lead to the dehumanization of society.
Fill in the blank: The Unabomber’s first bomb was sent in _____.
1978
What was the FBI’s code name for the investigation into the Unabomber?
UNABOM
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a key theme in the Unabomber’s manifesto? A) Anti-globalization B) Anti-industrialism C) Anti-urbanization D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What was Kaczynski’s alias during his bombing campaign?
The Unabomber
True or False: The Unabomber’s manifesto was published in a major newspaper.
True
What was the Unabomber’s stance on the future of technology?
He believed that technology would ultimately lead to societal collapse.
Fill in the blank: Ted Kaczynski lived in a ____ in Montana.
cabin
What was the outcome of Kaczynski’s trial?
He pled guilty and was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
Multiple Choice: How many people were killed by the Unabomber’s attacks? A) 1 B) 3 C) 5 D) 23
B) 3
What psychological diagnosis was Ted Kaczynski given?
Paranoid schizophrenia
True or False: Kaczynski’s writings have been studied for their literary merit.
True
What societal issue did the Unabomber’s actions bring attention to?
The ethical implications of technology and industrialization.
Fill in the blank: Kaczynski’s manifesto criticizes the effects of ____ on human freedom.
technology
