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1. What is ISIS an abbreviation for?

Institute for Social Integration and Sustainability

International Society of Islamic Scholars

Istanbul Society for International Studies

Finally, the world’s worst terrorist group. It is made up of 80,000 people strong and growing larger every day. They... Finally, the world’s worst terrorist group. It is made up of 80,000 people strong and growing larger every day. They kill people indiscriminately and are no strangers to abuse of all kinds. They operate primarily in Iraq, Syria, Palestine and the Middle East and have been linked to the attacks on Paris.

ISIS stands for Islamic State of Iraq and Levant, which is one of the world's most dangerous terrorist groups.

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ISIS stands for Islamic State of Iraq and Levant, which is one of the world's most dangerous terrorist groups.

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Explore the origins, leaders, and historical activities of various global terrorist organizations through image-based flashcards. This study tool enhances understanding of security threats and equips learners with knowledge crucial for fields like international relations and security studies.

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2. What is the meaning of Hezbollah?

Islamic State

“party of Allah.” This terrorist group was formed by Muslim clerics, and they have representatives as high up as the... “party of Allah.” This terrorist group was formed by Muslim clerics, and they have representatives as high up as the cabinet of the Lebanese government, meaning they are, as a whole, very powerful. They are also very destructive and have killed many innocent civilians.

Radical group

Terrorist organization

Hezbollah is actually a terrorist group formed by Muslim clerics and known as 'party of Allah'.

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Hezbollah is actually a terrorist group formed by Muslim clerics and known as 'party of Allah'.

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3. When was Al-Shabaab founded and what is their mission?

Founded in 2006, the mission of terrorist group is to stop Somalian foreign military forces. One of their most... Founded in 2006, the mission of terrorist group is to stop Somalian foreign military forces. One of their most devastating attacks occurred in 2015, when the group killed 148 students at a university in Kenya.

Al-Shabaab was established in 2010 with the goal of providing humanitarian aid to war-torn countries.

Al-Shabaab, formed in 2005, focuses on promoting education and healthcare in Somalia.

Al-Shabaab was founded in 1999 and aims to promote peace in the region.

Al-Shabaab is a terrorist group founded in 2006 with the mission of opposing foreign military presence in Somalia. Their violent attacks have caused significant harm and casualties, such as the 2015 university massacre.

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4. What is the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) known for?

FARC is a political party aiming to bring democratic reforms and economic development to Colombia.

This group is mainly known for its peaceful protests and advocacy for human rights.

This terrorist group claims to be anti-imperialist, and they use guerrilla tactics and violence to push their support of communism.... This terrorist group claims to be anti-imperialist, and they use guerrilla tactics and violence to push their support of communism. They are funded through trafficking and extortion, among other illegal means in Colombia.

FARC is a humanitarian organization focused on providing aid and assistance to rural communities in Colombia.

FARC is a terrorist organization known for its violent tactics and illegal funding sources to support its communist ideology.

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FARC is a terrorist organization known for its violent tactics and illegal funding sources to support its communist ideology.

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5. Where is the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) primarily based?

Operating out of Uganda, the Central African Republic, the Democratic Republic of Congo and parts of southern Sudan. They are... Operating out of Uganda, the Central African Republic, the Democratic Republic of Congo and parts of southern Sudan. They are a terrorist group under the leadership of Joseph Kony. The group is nearly defunct, but they have killed thousands.

Operating in Southeast Asia

Headquartered in South America

Based in Europe

The Lord's Resistance Army is primarily based in Uganda, the Central African Republic, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and parts of southern Sudan, not in Europe, Southeast Asia, or South America.

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The Lord's Resistance Army is primarily based in Uganda, the Central African Republic, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and parts of southern Sudan, not in Europe, Southeast Asia, or South America.

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6. The Sinaloa Cartel is also known as?

The Silk Road Gang

The Diamond Kings

The Coffee Lords

Most powerful, exports cocaine and heroine, controls Baja California, Durango, Sonora, Chihuahua (Juarez). They Get revenue from PEMEX, they dominate... Most powerful, exports cocaine and heroine, controls Baja California, Durango, Sonora, Chihuahua (Juarez). They Get revenue from PEMEX, they dominate NY city, fought the Zetas, and their motto is " We are lesser of evils." Leader Joaquin "El Chap" Guzman was captured, and US wants his extradition.

The Sinaloa Cartel is often referred to as The Oil Barons due to their control over drug trafficking routes and revenue from PEMEX.

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The Sinaloa Cartel is often referred to as The Oil Barons due to their control over drug trafficking routes and revenue from PEMEX.

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7. Who is the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) known as Mata Zetas, with the goal of destroying the Zetas?

Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman

Juan Garcia Abrego

Mata Zetas/ Leader Nemecio Oseguera "El Mencho." Goal was to destroy the Zetas. Some members were part of the Sinaloa... Mata Zetas/ Leader Nemecio Oseguera "El Mencho." Goal was to destroy the Zetas. Some members were part of the Sinaloa Cartel, and did a lot of havoc in Jalisco bombing gas stations and banks.

Ismael Zambada Garcia 'El Mayo'

The correct leader of the CJNG known as Mata Zetas is Nemecio Oseguera 'El Mencho', who had the goal of destroying the Zetas. Ismael Zambada Garcia 'El Mayo' is a leader of the Sinaloa Cartel, 'El Chapo' Guzman was also a Sinaloa Cartel leader, and Juan Garcia Abrego was a former leader of the Gulf Cartel, not the CJNG.

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8. Which cartel is known as the oldest founded in the 1970s and is currently in severe decline?

Los Zetas

The Sinaloa Cartel

Oldest of the cartels founded in 1970s. crime organizations based in Europe, West Africa, Latin America and the United... Oldest of the cartels founded in 1970s. crime organizations based in Europe, West Africa, Latin America and the United States. Even though, many of their leaders have been captured, there is always somebody waiting to take the post. This Cartel is in severe decline. Leader Osiel Cardenas was extradited to the United States. (Matamoros, Tam, NvoLeon)

The Jalisco New Generation Cartel

The correct answer is the Gulf Cartel, which was founded in the 1970s and is currently facing a severe decline in its operations. The other options are different cartels that operate in Mexico and are not the oldest or in severe decline like the Gulf Cartel.

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9. What is the connection between the Knights Templars and drug trafficking?

Leader Servando “la Tuta” Gomez was captured by the Mexican Police.posting huge banners on bridges and other public places. They... Leader Servando “la Tuta” Gomez was captured by the Mexican Police.posting huge banners on bridges and other public places. They are very religious:The Banners read: “The Knight Templar Cartel will not partake in any warlike acts, we are not murderers, welcome Pope.” When the Pope left Mexico, the Knights resumed their killings.

The Knights Templars were involved in philanthropic activities and charity work.

The Knights Templars were a secret society dedicated to protecting sacred relics and knowledge.

The Knights Templars were a medieval Christian military order known for their holy wars.

The Knights Templars in this context refer to a modern-day drug cartel in Mexico that used religious symbolism in their operations.

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The Knights Templars in this context refer to a modern-day drug cartel in Mexico that used religious symbolism in their operations.

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10. Los Zetas Cartel - The Extraordinarily Violent?

A political organization advocating for human rights and democracy.

A religious organization focused on spreading love and compassion.

Cruelest, originated late 1990’s, recruited experienced military officers,set up rigorous training camps, kill their victims without any hesitation, intimidate them... Cruelest, originated late 1990’s, recruited experienced military officers,set up rigorous training camps, kill their victims without any hesitation, intimidate them psychologically. Responsible for the 2011 massacre in the town of Allende, Coahuila, they killed an estimated of 500 civilians. It was weakened by the arrest of the leader Miguel Angel Trevino Morales and brother Omar.

A peaceful group promoting community welfare and education.

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11. Which cartel branched out of the Sinaloa Cartel, has ties with the Zetas, is a powerful cartel, was made up of 5 brothers, and is almost extinct?

The Gulf Cartel

Branched out of the SInaloa Cartel, has ties with the Zetas, is a powerful cartel, it was made up of... Branched out of the SInaloa Cartel, has ties with the Zetas, is a powerful cartel, it was made up of 5 brothers, almost extinct cartel.

The Cali Cartel

The Medellin Cartel

The Beltran-Leyva Cartel is the correct answer because it fits all the criteria mentioned in the question. The Medellin Cartel, The Cali Cartel, and The Gulf Cartel are incorrect choices as they do not match all the given characteristics of the Beltran-Leyva Cartel.

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12. What led to the formation of Civilians, Vigilantes, and Militia Groups in 2012 in the Mexican State of Michoacan?

Peaceful negotiations with criminal organizations

Government support and protection

Civilians, with not very sophisticated weapons. If the government did not care to protect them, they had to do something... Civilians, with not very sophisticated weapons. If the government did not care to protect them, they had to do something about it. In 2012, in the Mexican State of Michoacan, several groups appeared.

Foreign military intervention

The correct answer highlights the lack of government protection as a driving force behind the formation of Civilians, Vigilantes, and Militia Groups in Michoacan in 2012.

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The correct answer highlights the lack of government protection as a driving force behind the formation of Civilians, Vigilantes, and Militia Groups in Michoacan in 2012.

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13. What is HAMAS?

A type of African dance originating in Nigeria.

The largest of several Palestinian militant Islamist groups. Its name is an Arabic acronym for the Islamic Resistance Movement, originating... The largest of several Palestinian militant Islamist groups. Its name is an Arabic acronym for the Islamic Resistance Movement, originating as it did in 1987 after the beginning of the first intifada, or Palestinian uprising, against Israel's occupation of the West Bank andGaza Strip.

A famous dish in Korean cuisine made from marinated grilled beef.

A political party in Germany advocating for environmental sustainability.

HAMAS is a Palestinian militant Islamist group, not a political party in Germany, an African dance, or a Korean dish.

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HAMAS is a Palestinian militant Islamist group, not a political party in Germany, an African dance, or a Korean dish.

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14. What does PLO stand for?

A global organization dedicated to environmental conservation

A political and military organization formed in 1964 to unite various Palestinian Arab groups and ultimately to bring about an... A political and military organization formed in 1964 to unite various Palestinian Arab groups and ultimately to bring about an independent state of Palestine. It was led by Yasser Arafat from 1968 until 2004.

A social media platform for sharing photos and videos

A professional basketball league in the United States

The correct answer explains the formation and purpose of PLO, which is the Palestinian Liberation Organization.

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The correct answer explains the formation and purpose of PLO, which is the Palestinian Liberation Organization.

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15. What is ETA?

A traditional dance from Eastern Europe.

A type of estimated time of arrival in transportation.

An armed Basque nationalist and separatistorganization in northern Spain and southwestern France.

An international partnership for environmental protection.

ETA refers to the Basque separatist group active primarily in Spain and France.

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ETA refers to the Basque separatist group active primarily in Spain and France.

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16. What is Boko Haram?

A political group advocating for education reform in Africa.

An environmental group focused on preserving wildlife in West Africa.

A humanitarian organization providing aid in conflict zones.

Is the worst terrorist group based in West Africa. They have close ties with Al-Qaeda and are vehemently anti-Western education.... Is the worst terrorist group based in West Africa. They have close ties with Al-Qaeda and are vehemently anti-Western education. In fact, their name means “Western education is sin.”

Boko Haram is a terrorist group known for their violent actions and radical beliefs against Western education.

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Boko Haram is a terrorist group known for their violent actions and radical beliefs against Western education.

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17. Who founded the Taliban in 1994 and how do they make money?

An environmental organization focused on protecting endangered species

A political party advocating for peace and democracy in Afghanistan

Founded by Mullah Mohammed Omar in 1994, they makes money via human and drug trafficking. They have killed many innocent... Founded by Mullah Mohammed Omar in 1994, they makes money via human and drug trafficking. They have killed many innocent people, which they do in the name of jihad in Afghanistan.

A radical terrorist group originating in Europe

The correct answer provides information about the origins of the Taliban, their leader, and how they generate funds through illegal activities. The incorrect answers describe entirely different organizations with no connection to the violent history and activities of the Taliban.

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