Types of Disasters - Terrorism

Question 1

______________ is a classic act of terrorism.

Answer 1

Kidnapping

Question 2

In developing preventative measures, a “______________” should be established.

Answer 2

a duress code

Question 3

A duress code is

Answer 3

a word or phrase which would be a signal to the listener that the speaker is under duress.

Question 4

For the most effective personal protection of a possible kidnapping target, a minimum of ______________ is recommended.

Answer 4

two bodyguards

Question 5

A kidnapping victim should
1)
2)
3)

Answer 5

1) Endeavor to remain calm
2) Do what they are told by captors
3) Try to remember everything possible, including movements, noises and smells

Question 6

In the event of kidnapping, notify:

Answer 6

appropriate law enforcement agencies

Question 7

Payment of ransom or complying with any criminal demand without company approval could:

Answer 7

render the payer civilly liable.

Question 8

Letter bombs will usually be mailed to:

Answer 8

a named person.

Question 9

Letter bombs’ addressees will usually be

Answer 9

a key official who is well known publicly

Question 10

A letter bomb will usually be ________________ than a typical first-class business letter.

Answer 10

Larger, heavier or thicker

Question 11

A letter bomb will have what kind of return address?

Answer 11

None, or ficititious

Question 12

The best way to determine if a hostage is alive is:

Answer 12

direct communication

Question 13

The most common of all terrorist tactics is:

Answer 13

bombing.