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is, in the broadest sense, the use of intentionally indiscriminate violence as a means to create terror among masses of people.

is the use of violence for political purposes, for example putting bombs in public places

means to kill someone important or famous for political reasons.

There is no agreement as to whether or not "terrorism" should be regarded as a war crime.

is the use of something for the wrong purpose in a way that is harmful or morally wrong.

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When did the terms "terrorist" and "terrorism" originate?

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The terms "terrorist" and "terrorism" originated during the French Revolution of the late 18th century.

The terms "terrorist" and "terrorism" originated during the 2nd World War.

The terms "terrorist" and "terrorism" originated at the French Revolution of late 18th century.

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When did the terms "terrorist" and "terrorism" gain mainstream popularity?

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The terms "terrorist" and "terrorism" gained less popularity during the U.S. Presidency of Ronald Reagan (1982–87).

The terms "terrorist" and "terrorism" gained mainstream popularity during the U.S. Presidency of George Bush (1981–89).

The terms "terrorist" and "terrorism" gained mainstream popularity during the U.S. Presidency of Ronald Reagan (1981–89).

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Is there a universal agreement as to whether or not "terrorism" is a war crime?

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There is a universal agreement that "terrorism” is a war crime.

There is no universal agreement as to whether or not "terrorism" is a war crime.

There is a universal agreement that "terrorism” is not a war crime..

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What was the first group that murdered enemies and collaborators in the campaign to oust their Roman rulers from Judea?

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The Sicarii were a first-century Mexican group who murdered enemies and collaborators in their campaign to oust their Roman rulers from Judea.

The Sicarii were a first-century Jewish group who murdered enemies and collaborators in their campaign to oust their Roman rulers from Judea.

The Hashhashin were a first-century Jewish group who murdered enemies and collaborators in their campaign to oust their Roman rulers from Judea.

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What is the name of a secretive Islamic sect that was active in Iran and Syria from the 11th to the 13th century?

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The Hashhashin were a secretive Islamic sect active in Iran and Syria from the 11th to the 13th century.

The Sicarii were a secretive Islamic sect active in Iran and Syria from the 11th to the 13th century.

The Hashhashin were a secretive Jewish sect active in Iran and Syria from the 11th to the 13th century.

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Terrorism-related legislation has been adopted in various states, … .

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regarding "terrorism" as a crime.

regarding "terrorism" as an offence. 

regarding "terrorism" as a mild form of violence. 

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The history of terrorism is as old as humans' willingness … .

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to use violence to effect politics. 

to use violence to affect politics.

to use legislation to affect politics.

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The word terrorism comes from the Reign of Terror instigated by … .

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Tamil Eelam in 1793.

Maxmilien Robespierre in 1719.

Maxmilien Robespierre in 1793.

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Black September's political goal … .

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was negotiating the release of Palestinian prisoners.

was negotiating the release of Irish prisoners.

was negotiating the capture of Palestinian prisoners.

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… is considered the most alarming terrorist threat today.

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Cyber terrorism.

Religiously motivated terrorism.

Bioterrorism motivated terrorism.

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