"Terrorism A Critique of Excuses" Self-Quiz

. Why does Walzer think that terrorism is particularly evil?

because it injects fear into everyday life

because it violates private purposes

because its victims are chosen indiscriminately

all of the above

. According to Walzer, why do terrorists welcome counterterrorism?

because terrorists love terrorism, no matter the target

because it legitimizes their tactics

because it gains them recruits

both b and c

. What attitude does Walzer claim most people have regarding terrorism in our society today?

Few people advocate terrorism, but many people excuse it.

Few people either excuse or advocate terrorism.

Many people approve of using terrorist practices, although they do not admit it.

Many people who say they oppose terrorism would become terrorists if they were oppressed.

. Which of the following claims about oppression does Walzer accept?

Terrorists often represent large oppressed minorities who support their actions.

In the face of severe oppression, terrorism is sometimes justified.

In responding to terrorism, we must never refrain from opposing oppression where it exists.

all of the above

. Which of the following constraints does Walzer think we must follow in responding to terrorism?

We must never put civilians at risk.

We may put civilians at risk but must minimize this risk, even to our own inconvenience.

We may take any means necessary, so long as we do not intentionally target civilians.

We may target innocent civilians, but only if the risks of not doing so are great.

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