Modern Day and Historical Terrorism
Reflection on 9/11
Click on the following link to watch the video: September 11, 2001 Video
Click on the following link to read Osama bin Laden''s statement taking responsibility for the 9/11 attack:
Bin Laden Claims Responsibility for 9/11
Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 400–600 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas:
•First, research the origins of terrorism and its history.
•Next, describe your memories of the September 11th attack:?Where were you when these events occurred?
?How were you affected personally??Your family?
?Your friends?
?Your community?
?What do think were the terrorists’ goals in carrying out the 9/11 attacks? Explain.
?Based on your own experiences, did the terrorists succeed at achieving their goals? Why or why not?
•Do you think that the goals of historical terrorist organizations were any different from those of the terrorist organizations of today? Why or why not?
•How do you think terrorist organizations have evolved throughout history? Explain.