4 questions on Terrorism, Drones and Social Media.

SHORT Answers. 150 words for more for each question.

1.Historically, why do so many variations of the concept of terrorism and exist? Discuss two reasons, and include a brief discussion on how terrorism is defined in the United States and abroad.

2. The border patrol is using several different types of emerging technologies such as drones to counter terrorism along the Mexican and Canadian borders. Explain how the use of drones is an effective counterterrorism strategy in the fight against terrorism in the United States.

3. Name at least one social media website that can be used by domestic terrorist groups. How are these groups using social media? Have their efforts been successful? If so, how? If not, why?

4. The term lone-wolf terrorist has recently been used extensively in the mass media. Discuss three characteristics of a lone-wolf terrorist, and explain why they are such a harmful threat to domestic and international security. What are the similarities and differences between a lone wolf terrorist, and transnational terrorist cell?

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