Author Question: One definition of terrorism that combines several key elements was developed at the George C. ... (Read 171 times)

Sufayan.ah · **on:** Aug 17, 2018

One definition of terrorism that combines several key elements was developed at the George C. Marshall Center for European Security Studies by Carsten Bockstette. In part it says:
Terrorism is defined as political violence in an asymmetrical conflict that is designed to induce terror and psychic fear (sometimes indiscriminate) through the violent victimization Such acts are meant to send a message from an illicit clandestine organization
What is another common and distinctive element of a terrorist act that Bockstette and many others include?

A) The specific selection of civilians as direct targets
B) Governmental legitimacy of actions and actors, including individuals and small groups
C) Non-violent nature of organizations that resort to violent acts when absolutely necessary and no other means of negotiation or media attention will suffice
D) All of the above are common and distinctive elements to most definitions of terrorism.

Question 2

Which statement below is true of arson prosecutions?

A) Prosecutions of arson occur often due to the rise in highly qualified and trained police officers who conduct fruitful investigations that provide substantial evidence to present to the jury.
B) Prosecuting attorneys are highly motivated to file and pursue arson prosecutions because these cases are relatively easy to prosecute.
C) Prosecution of arson crimes almost always occur when arson has been determined to be the cause of a fire.
D) Prosecution of arson crimes may never occur because arson cases are difficult to prosecute.