Terrorism Awareness and Force Protection
This flashcard set focuses on key concepts related to terrorism awareness, including definitions, threat levels, Force Protection Condition (FPCON) levels, and practical threat assessment factors. It’s designed to help military personnel and security-focused individuals recognize and respond to potential terrorist threats both at home and abroad.
Which of the following statements are true of terrorism? Select ALL that apply.
Terrorism is deliberate, Terrorism is used to cause fear, Terrorism can be used to intimidate governments, Terrorism can be used in an effort to achieve political or ideological goals
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Which of the following statements are true of terrorism? Select ALL that apply.
Terrorism is deliberate, Terrorism is used to cause fear, Terrorism can be used to intimidate governments, Terrorism can be used in an effort to ac...
True or False: Terrorism is the calculated use of violence or the threat of violence to cause fear.
True
Scenario. TSgt Brown is assigned overseas and is planning a vacation to a nearby country. She remembers from her Force Protection training that there are eight factors she should consider to understand terrorist threats. From the following list, choose THREE terrorist threat factors that TSgt Brown should consider before going on her vacation.
Are there any terrorist groups in the area?
Will the local population warn Americans?
Is the reported terrorist group predictable?
What are the terrorism threat levels regional and local US commanders assign for specific personnel, family members, units, and installations? Select ALL that apply.
Low, Moderate, Significant, High
What are the terrorism threat levels regional and local US commanders assign for specific personnel, family members, units, and installations?
Low, moderate, significant, and high
What FPCON level applies when specific information is received about an increased, more predictable terrorist threat regarding an unknown installation and requiring steps be taken to deter terrorist planning that may affect daily operations?
Bravo
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
Which of the following statements are true of terrorism? Select ALL that apply. | Terrorism is deliberate, Terrorism is used to cause fear, Terrorism can be used to intimidate governments, Terrorism can be used in an effort to achieve political or ideological goals |
True or False: Terrorism is the calculated use of violence or the threat of violence to cause fear. | True |
Scenario. TSgt Brown is assigned overseas and is planning a vacation to a nearby country. She remembers from her Force Protection training that there are eight factors she should consider to understand terrorist threats. From the following list, choose THREE terrorist threat factors that TSgt Brown should consider before going on her vacation. | Are there any terrorist groups in the area? |
What are the terrorism threat levels regional and local US commanders assign for specific personnel, family members, units, and installations? Select ALL that apply. | Low, Moderate, Significant, High |
What are the terrorism threat levels regional and local US commanders assign for specific personnel, family members, units, and installations? | Low, moderate, significant, and high |
What FPCON level applies when specific information is received about an increased, more predictable terrorist threat regarding an unknown installation and requiring steps be taken to deter terrorist planning that may affect daily operations? | Bravo |
How do terrorists select their targets? Select ALL that apply. | Location |
SSgt Kiernan will be staying at a hotel in downtown San Francisco to enjoy her last two days in the US before departing for her overseas tour. What antiterrorism measures should she take, if any, while staying in a city she has only dreamt about? Select ALL that apply. | Avoid any public disturbances and political demonstrations. |
SrA Rios is planning to take a train from Germany to Italy for vacation. What antiterrorism practices should he adhere to in an effort to reduce his chances of being singled out for an attack? Select ALL that apply. | Report any suspicious activity. |
What actions should be taken by someone who has inhaled a chemical agent? Select ALL that apply. | Move upwind to an area with good ventilation. |
TSgt Holland suspects she may have been exposed to a biological agent, what steps should she take? Select ALL that apply. | Cover her mouth and nose. |
True or False: In most cases, active shooters use firearms and there is no pattern or method to their selection of victims. | True |
Which scenario is an example of an active shooter? | A disgruntled NCO, who is fed up with the promotion system, walks through his work center discharging an automatic weapon trying to kill everyone in sight. |
True or False: There are NEVER any early indicators of a possible active shooter. | False |
Scenario. Maria just heard gunshots in her office building. She knows the shooter is nearby but she cannot see him/her. The stairway to the first floor is a long distance from her office. What is Maria's safest response? | Lock and barricade office door, be prepared to fight |
True or False: When first responders approach an active shooter scene, shout out to them so they know your barricade location and wave them over to you. | False |
True or False: When communicating with first responder personnel regarding an active shooter incident, it is important to provide the number of shooters and potential victims. | True |
In a deployed environment, you must REACT. What does the "R" in REACT represent? | Respond to the situation |
True or False: To be prepared in a deployed environment, personnel must know and understand the rules of engagement. | True |
What form of information collection strengthens strategic and tactical positions by knowing what an adversary is doing or plans to do? | Intelligence |
When Airmen implement effective counterintelligence measures, what are the benefits? Select ALL that apply. | Information is protected from foreign intelligence agents |
What manipulation technique is used when an FIE operative develops a sexual relationship with an insider to draw in the target? | Honey Pot |
Scenario. SSgt Joy Greenrose, stationed at Ramstein AB, Germany, who had been experiencing financial struggles, suddenly came into a large amount of money allowing her to pay off large debts. As a member of her unit, what action should you take, if any? | Report this situation, our national security could be affected |
Every DoD employee has the responsibility to report potential hostile intelligence activities. | True |
Which of the following statements regarding terrorist threats are true? | If you know how to look for terrorist surveillance, you can take steps to protect yourself. |
Choose the force protection condition (FPCON) level that applies when evidence of terrorist attack planning may exist, requiring strong protective measures while the installation continues it's regular mission activities. | Charlie |
Which statements about terrorists target selection are true? | Terrorists may target establishments frequented by Americans. |
True or False: Most active shooter incidents follow a predictable pattern. | False |
True or False: Early recognition of a threat can help prevent an active shooter incident | True |
When first responders arrive at an active shooter scene, you have a responsibility to support their efforts. How can you support the first responders? Select all that apply. | Raise hands and keep them visible. |
During an active shooter incident, Lt Groves is in the protection of the first responders. He should provide vital information regarding the shooter and the potential victims. What information should Let Groves provide? Select All that apply. | Number of shooters. |
What hostile intelligence collection method is the process of obtaining military, political, commercial, or secret information by spies, secret agents, or illegal monitoring devices? | Espionage |
Mr. Foley, a civil service worker on Joint Base Andrews, has access to classified material. He uses this information to periodically degrade AF operations since he no longer believes current military tactics are right. Which term best describes Mr. Foley? | Insider Threat |
Which situations should be reported? Select all that apply. | Contact with foreign diplomatic offices for other than official duties. |
True or False: You should report any hostile intelligence threats, incidents, or indicators to AFOSI immediately. | True |
Which situations should be reported? Select all that apply. | Contact with foreign diplomatic offices for other than official duties. |
True or False: You should report any hostile intelligence threats, incidents, or indicators to AFOSI immediately. | True |