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CJ 4440 Final Exam: Week #9: December 9 - December 15, 2024 
Attempt 1 
Score for this quiz: 34 out of 35
Submitted Dec 12 at 4:26am
This attempt took 126 minutes.

 
Question 1             1 / 1 pts
1. Which Sri Lankan terrorist front organizations used varying measures to obtain financial and political support?

A) Harakat-ul-Ansur (HUA)

B) The Lal Masgid (Red Mosque)

C) Federation of Associations of Canadian Tamils (FACT)

D) Lashkar-e-Taiba (Army of the Pure)

 
Question 2                   1 / 1 pts
2. Which country was the first to provide trained and armed "Sky Marshals" on airplanes to prevent hijacking of commercial airlines?

A) Israel

B) United States

C) England

D) France
 
Question 3                                   1 / 1 pts
3. Which step is not part of the security risk assessment related to managing and mitigating potential threats?

A) Examination of steps already completed to reduce risks and hazards

B) Unstructured and limited examination of existing risks and hazards

C) Further steps to reduce risks and hazards

D) Systematic examination of significant hazards that can provide harm

 
 
Question 4                                  1 / 1 pts
4. Under Homeland Security Presidential Directive 6, the Department of Homeland Security Security established Terrorist Screening Centers (TSCs) in September 2003 to consolidate the watch list for the lawful use of terrorist information in screening processess.

• True 
• False 

 
Question 5                                             1 / 1 pts
5. According to the United Nation, the United States failed and allowed the genocide in Rwanda in 1994.

• True 
• False 

 
Question 6                               1 / 1 pts
6. Historically drugs activities in Central America has not been used to significantly aid terrorism in that region.

• True 
• False 

 
Question 7                                 1 / 1 pts
7. The USA Patriot Act was enacted with nearly partisan votes in both the Senate and House to provide law enforcement with new authority to enhance detection and prevention of terrorism.

• True 
• False 

 
Question 8                                       1 / 1 pts
8. The British government defines terrorism as "any activity that involves an act that is dangerous to human life or potentially destructive of critical infrastructure or key resources;..."

• True 
• False 

 
Question 9                              1 / 1 pts
9. Based on your reading which of the government agency listed define terrorism as "is intended to produce fear in someone other than the victim"?

A) Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

B) U.S. Department of State

C) U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

D) U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

 
Question 10                                1 / 1 pts
10. Which U.S. President ignored Russian action in the south Caucasus region because Vladimir Putin support the U.S. role in combating terrorism?

A) Bill Clinton

B) George W. Bush

C) Barrack Obama

D) Donald Trump

 
Question 11                                       9 / 10 pts
Assume you are the outgoing Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary on January 1, 2025, nineteen days before the inauguration of the 47th President of the United States. DHS received an in-person classified briefing from the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) regarding the CIA's creditable human asset who has passed several polygraph examinations revealing that at least 19 terrorists are planning to enter the United States over the next two weeks and planned to launch multiple attacks on this nation during the inauguration on January 20, 2024. Based on your reading and knowledge gained during this course, describe what authority and tools are available within the current national security apparatus to prevent this potential terrorist incident. Consider using and describing such important assets as the Terrorist Screening Centers (TSCs) and the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court (FISA Court) in your well-written essay. Because the inauguration is held at the United States Capitol, is additional authority granted for law enforcement and intelligence operations to include engagement with the FBI and CIA to detect, arrest, and prevent potential terrorism on January 20, 2024? To receive full credit, a well-written essay will have between 300 and 400 words with at least three (3) in-text citations and three (3) different references listed below the essay. 

Excellent grammar with references and in-text citations is required, with attention to the accurate use of quotations.

Students are reminded to use only their work production for this assignment with strict attention to the following plagiarism policy:

Your Answer:
As the outgoing Secretary of Homeland Security, I understand the urgency of deploying every available authority and tool to counter the credible terrorist threat targeting the 2025 inauguration. Under the Homeland Security Act of 2002 and the Uniting and Strengthening America by Providing Appropriate Tools Required to Intercept and Obstruct Terrorism (USA PATRIOT) Act, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has significant authority to coordinate nationwide counterterrorism operations and enhance intelligence sharing among agencies, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). A key resource in these efforts is the FBI’s Terrorist Screening Center (TSC), which maintains the Terrorist Screening Database (TSDB). This database allows the identification and vetting of individuals traveling into or within the United States (US), with enhanced screening facilitated by Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the National Targeting Center (NTC) at ports of entry (Radvanovsky & McDougall, 2023).

In addition to these measures, the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court (FISA Court) provides a critical legal avenue for monitoring suspected terrorists. Through the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), in collaboration with the FBI and CIA, DHS can secure ..... [ BUY TO SEE FULL ANSWER ]

Question 12                                         15 / 15 pts 

Based on your reading about the historical foundation of terrorism and the rise of Islamic extremism in the Middle East, should the United States continue its military engagement in that region or change foreign policy to include the withdrawal of civilians and military troops and reduction of funding for counterterrorism program in the region? To receive full credit, your well-written essay will have between 350 and 450 words, with at least three in-text citations and three different references listed below the response. Your well-written essay response must be relevant and provide an analysis of the justification for your position with data on the overall goal of the United States' current foreign policy concerning counterterrorism with the use of funding and military intervention in the Middle East as part of our national security strategy. In essence, can the tools and authority granted within the Uniting and Strengthening America by Providing Appropriate Tools Required to Intercept and Obstruct Terrorism legislation continue to prevent terrorism in the United States without deployment of armed forces in the Middle East as a deterrent to terrorism? 

This is an essay response, not a discussion board posting, and good grammar with references and in-text citations is required.  

Your Answer:
The United States (U.S) military engagement in the Middle East has long been critical to its counterterrorism strategy. Still, the question remains whether continued military involvement is the most effective approach. I will evaluate the justification for U.S. military presence in the region and the potential for a strategic shift toward non-military counterterrorism efforts, particularly in light of the provisions established under the Uniting and Strengthening America by Providing Appropriate Tools Required to Intercept and Obstruct Terrorism (USA PATRIOT) Act.

The main goal of U.S. counterterrorism policy is to prevent terrorist attacks against American interests and citizens. Military interventions, particularly in Iraq and Afghanistan, have aimed at disrupting terrorist networks, eliminating key figures, and preventing safe havens for groups like al-Qaeda and ISIS (Islamic State of Iraq and Syria). However, prolonged military presence in the region has also contributed to anti-American sentiments and served as .... [ BUY TO SEE FULL ANSWER ]

CJ 4440 Quiz #2: Week #6: November 18 - November 24, 2024

Score for this attempt: 10 out of 10

Submitted Nov 22 at 10:51pm

This attempt took 7 minutes.

Question 1                                                                             1 / 1 pts
1. Sinn Fein, left-wing Irish republican party political objective is to end the British control in Northern Ireland.

• True
• False

 
Question 2                                                          1 / 1 pts
2. Which U.S. President ignored Russian action in the south Caucasus region because Vladimir Putin support the U.S. role in combating terrorism?

1) Bill Clinton

2) George Bush

3) Barrack Obama

4) Donald Trump

 
Question 3                                                     1 / 1 pts
3. Which data is incorrect about The Patrice Lumumba University, known as "Killer College"?

A) Located in Russia, near Moscow

B) Established as an educational asset to the Third World countries of Africa and Asia

C) Established in 1960

D) Carlos the Jackal once attended as a student

 
Question 4                                                          1 / 1 pts
4. France is known as a center for international terrorism in Europe.

• True
• False

 
Question 5                                                          1 / 1 pts
5. The population of Yugoslavia were split along ethnic lines into how many republics?

A) Three

B) Four

C) Five

D) Six

 
Question 6                                                               1 / 1 pts
6. Former PLO leader Sheikh Ahmed Yassin stated, "Peace for us means the destruction of Israel. We are preparing for an all out war which will last for generations."

• True
• False

 
Question 7                                                        1 / 1 pts
7. How many of the 9-11 terrorists were born in Saudi Arabia?

A) 20

B) 19

C) 18

D) 17
 
Question 8                                                   1 / 1 pts
8. Who created the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant?

A) Anwar al-Awlaki

B) Abu Bakr al-Baghdad

C) Abu Musab al-Zarqawi

D) Sayed Mahdi al-Hakim

Question 9                                                          1 / 1 pts
9. The Arab Spring was an antigovernment protest, uprisings, and armed rebellions that spread across the Middle East in early 2010.

• True
• False

 
Question 10                                                        1 / 1 pts
10. Hezbollah is a Shia Muslim militant group based in Gaza.

• True
• False

CJ 4440 Midterm: Week #5: November 11 - November 17, 2024

Score for this quiz: 23 out of 25 *

Submitted Nov 15 at 5:51pm

This attempt took 45 minutes.

Question 1                                                             1 / 1 pts
1. Which data is incorrect about the Patrice Lumumba University, known as "Killer College?"

• A) Located in Russia, near Moscow
• B) Established as an educational asset to the Third World countries of Africa and Asia
• C) Established in 1960
• D) Carlos the Jackal once attended as a student

 
Question 2                                                                           1 / 1 pts
2. According to the United Nation, the United States failed and allowed the genocide in Rwanda in 1994.

•   True 
•   False 

 
Question 3                                                                            1 / 1 pts
3. Former PLO leader Sheikh Ahmed Yassin stated, "Peace for us means the destruction of Israel. We are preparing for an all our war which will last for generations."

•   True 
•   False 

 
Question 4                                                                1 / 1 pts
4. Frances is known as a center for international terrorism in Europe.

• True 
• False 

 
Question 5                                                                    1 / 1 pts
5. The population of Yugoslavia were split along ethnic lines into how many republics?

• A) Three
• B) Four
• C) Five
• D) Six

 
Question 6                                                                    1 / 1 pts
6. Based on your reading which of the government agency listed define terrorism as "is intended to produce fear in someone other than the victim"?

• A) Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
• B) U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)
• C) U.S. Department of State
• D) U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

 
Question 7                                                                    1 / 1 pts
7. Law enforcement and intelligence agencies are experiences most problems in the twenty-first century with detection, infiltration, and prevention of what type of terrorist?

• A) Jihadist
• B) State-sponsor
• C) Lone Wolf
• D) Islamic Jihad

 
Question 8                                                                   1 / 1 pts
8. Based on required reading, which violent acts are defined as terrorist incidents?

• A) 1941 Attack on Pearl Harbor, 1995 Oklahoma City Bombing, and 2000 Bombing of the USS Cole
• B) 1995 Oklahoma City Bombing & 2000 Bombing of the USS Cole
• C) 1941 Attack on Pearl Harbor & 2000 Bombing of the USS Cole
• D) 1941 Attack on Pearl Harbor & 1995 Oklahoma City Bombing

 
Question 9                                                                          1 / 1 pts
9. Identify the reasons for RCMP and CSIS joint investigation failures that span over twenty years regarding the bombing of Air India Flight 182, the worst act of terrorism in Canadian history (Spindlove & Simensen, 2018).

• A) Lack of intelligence and investigative tools
• B) Interference and mismanagement of the investigation
• C) Lack of investigative tools
• D) Lack of intelligence tools

 
Question 10                                                                        1 / 1 pts
10. Under Homeland Security Presidential Directive 6, the Department of Homeland Security Secretary established Terrorist Screening Centers (TSCs) in September 2003 to consolidate the watch list for the lawful use of terrorist information in screening processes.

• True 
• False 

 
Question 11                                                           13 / 15 pts
11. Based on your reading about the lack of intelligence gathering authority that allowed 9-11 and the United States' response by enacting the Patriot Act in 2001 and the creation of the Department of Homeland Security in 2003, should there be more or less authority given to law enforcement to detect and prevent future attacks by potential radicalized immigrants and American citizens within the United States? To receive full credit, a well-written essay will have between 400 and 500 words, with at least three (3) in-text citations and three (3) different references listed below the essay. Your well-written essay response must be relevant and provide an analysis of the justification for the position with data on the implementation or lack of significant results from the use of the Patriot Act since 2001. While this question is similar to a discussion board, it requires an essay response, not a discussion board posting.
Excellent grammar with references and in-text citations is required, with attention to the accurate use of quotations.

Students are reminded to use only their work production for this assignment with strict attention to the following plagiarism policy:

Plagiarism

Don’t plagiarize (and that includes use of text spinning tools, paraphrasing tools, and AI tools that generate papers). Plagiarism will lead to a “zero” on the assignment and/or an “F” in the class, at my discretion, and in some cases, a recommendation to the Dean of Student Services for your suspension from the University.  Bottom line:  if you use someone else’s ideas, cite.  If you use someone else’s words, QUOTE.  Here’s a short interactive plagiarism tutorial  Links to an external site.from Acadia University. 

Graded Answer:

Sept 2001 terrorist attacks identified significant challenges in the US intelligence and law enforcement systems, bringing about policy changes like the USA PATRIOT Act of 2001 and the creation of the DHS in 2003. The provisions of the act involved roving wiretaps, National Security Letters (NSLs) to get records without the court’s approval, and the so-called “lone wolf clause” that permits spying of unrelated individuals from terror suspected. These tools were integrated into the counterterrorism framework to enhance national security through the virtue of preventive investigations. The authors point out that the Act has prevented certain terror attacks, including Najibullah Zazi’s projected bombing of the New York City subway ...

Discussion #1: Problem-Based Learning Scenario:

Assume you are the incoming Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, sworn into office on January 21, 2025. Based on your reading and knowledge about the lack of intelligence-related authority among federal agencies before the 9/11 terrorist incidents, which resulted in the enactment of the US Patriot Act and the creation of the Department of Homeland Security in 2003. Does your agency currently have the authority and essential tools available under the Patriot Act to investigate and monitor potentially radicalized American citizens on social media within the United States? The initial posting should outline the authority and investigative tools under the Patriot Act and other recent legislation to determine whether successful monitoring of individuals under the overall current national security strategy is effective within the United States.  A well-written initial persuasive argument will include at least three (3) different in-text citations and at least three (3) different references. Both replies to classmates or the Professor must have at least one (1) in-text citation and at least one (1) reference listed below the arguments.

Sample Post

Hello Eveyone,

The USA Patriot Act, enacted shortly after the September 11, 2001 attacks, granted federal agencies—including the Department of Homeland Security—expanded authority to investigate potential threats, including those arising within the U.S. The Act facilitates several key investigative tools, including the ability to conduct surveillance on individuals suspected of being involved in terrorism-related activities (U.S. Department of Justice, 2001).

Within the Patriot Act is the expansion of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), which allows surveillance of individuals believed to be engaged in espionage or terrorism-related activities. Under FISA, DHS can monitor communications and social media posts, particularly those involving foreign contacts or affiliations that could pose a national security threat (American Civil Liberties Union [ACLU], 2006). While FISA traditionally focused on foreign nationals, the broad interpretation of what constitutes "foreign intelligence" has allowed agencies to monitor U.S. citizens in certain contexts, especially if they are suspected of involvement in international terrorist organizations.

Despite these expanded tools, monitoring American citizens on social media raises significant concerns about privacy and civil liberties. The challenge for DHS is to balance its mission of protecting national security with the constitutional rights of individuals. The 2021 amendments to the Patriot Act and various judicial rulings have placed limits on certain surveillance activities, such as restricting warrantless monitoring of U.S. citizens (American Civil Liberties Union, 2021). Moreover, social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook now have policies in place to monitor extremist content, but these platforms often push back against government requests for data, citing privacy and free speech issues (Smith, 2020).

While the DHS possesses a robust toolkit for monitoring and investigating potential domestic radicalization through the Patriot Act and recent legislation, its ability to fully monitor radicalized individuals on social media must be carefully navigated.

References:

- American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU). (2006). *Surveillance under the USA PATRIOT Act*. Retrieved from https://www.aclu.org

- American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU). (2021). *Privacy and the surveillance state*. Retrieved from https://www.aclu.orgLinks to an external site.

- U.S. Department of Justice. (2001). *The USA PATRIOT Act: Text of the law*. Retrieved from https://www.justice.govLinks to an external site.

- Smith, S. (2020). *Social media platforms' role in combating radicalization*. *Journal of Cybersecurity Policy*, 13(2), 45-62.

Sample Reply

Hello [Classmate's Name],

You’ve provided a thorough overview of the USA Patriot Act's impact on surveillance authority. One area that stands out is the tension between security and privacy, especially regarding monitoring U.S. citizens on social media. The expanded surveillance powers under FISA indeed broaden the scope of DHS's reach, enabling them to track communications with foreign ties as potential risks to national security (U.S. Department of Justice, 2001). This increased oversight is crucial for preventing threats, yet, as you mentioned, it can raise civil liberties concerns, especially when it comes to warrantless surveillance. Social media platforms also have a role in this balance. While companies like Twitter and Facebook aim to prevent extremist content, they often prioritize user privacy, pushing back against requests for data without court orders (Smith, 2020). Striking the right balance is key for maintaining public trust in national security measures.

References

Smith, A. (2020). Social media and privacy policies: The pushback on government surveillance. Journal of Digital Rights, 15(3), 202-218.

U.S. Department of Justice. (2001). The USA PATRIOT Act: Preserving life and liberty.

CJ 4440 Quizz #1: Week #2: October 21 - October 27, 2024

Due Oct 27 at 11:59pm

Score for this attempt: 10 out of 10
Submitted Oct 26 at 2:43pm
This attempt took 11 minutes.

Question 1                                                  1 / 1 pts
1. The British government define terrorism as "any activity that involves an act that is dangerous to human life or potentially destructive of critical infrastructure or key resources; ..."

•   True 
•   False 

 
Question 2                                              1 / 1 pts
2. Based on your reading which of the government agency listed below define terrorism as "is intended to produce fear in someone other than the victim"?

A) Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

B) U. S. Department of Defense (DOD)

C) U. S. Department of State

D) U. S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

 
 
Question 3                                                        1 / 1 pts
3. The USA Patriot Act was enacted with nearly partisan votes in both the Senate and House to provide law enforcement with new authority to assist detection and prevention of terrorism.

•   True 
•   False 

 
Question 4                                                 1 / 1 pts
4. Acts of violence are described as a logical progression of what steps?

A) Reasons, execution, and outcome

B) Systematic, execution, and immediate consequence

C) Organization of thought, execution, and outcome

D) Formation of intent, execution, and immediate consequence

 
Question 5                                                 1 / 1 pts
5. Law enforcement and Intelligence agencies are experiences most problems in the twenty-first century with detection, infiltration, and prevention of what type of terrorist?

A) Jihadist

B) State-sponsor

C) Lone Wolf

D) Islamic Jihad

 
Question 6                                                           1 / 1 pts
6. The 1993 bombing of the World Trade Center was the first significant terrorist act in the United States, unlike worldwide terrorism activities in the twenty-first century.

•   True 
•   False 

 
Question 7                                                       1 / 1 pts
7. Based on required reading, which violent acts are defined as terrorist incidents?

• A) 1941 Attack on Pearl Harbor, 1995 Oklahoma City Bombing, and 2000 Bombing of the USS Cole
• B) 1995 Oklahoma City Bombing & 2000 Bombing of the USS Cole
• C) 1941 Attack on Pearl Harbor & 2000 Bombing of the USS Cole
• D) 1941 Attack on Pearl Harbor & 1995 Oklahoma City Bombing

 
Question 8                                              1 / 1 pts
8. Under Homeland Security Presidential Directive 6, the Department of Homeland Security Secretary established Terrorist Screening Centers (TSCs) in September 2003 to consolidate the watch list for the lawful use of terrorist information in screening processes.

•   True 
•   False 

 
Question 9                                                           1 / 1 pts
9. Identified reasons for RCMP and CSIS joint investigation failures that span over twenty years regarding the bombing of Air India Flight 182, the worst act of terrorism in Canadian history (Spindlove & Simensen, 2018).

• A) Lack of intelligence and investigative tools
• B) Interference and management of the investigation
• C) Lack of investigative tools
• D) Lack of intelligence tools

 
Question 10                                                                      1 / 1 pts
10. Which of the following factors did not contribute to Francois "Papa Duvalier" having Haiti's most prolonged leadership regime?

• A) Decrease the illiteracy rate of Haiti's population to below 70 percent
• B) Use of Secret Police to form a brutal regime
• C) Support of the Haitian Army
• D) Alleged supernatural powers from the practice of Voodoo