Question

1. the author writes that there is now stricter security at airports. what is the most likely reason for the stricter security?

a. the department of homeland security is in charge of airports.
b. more international flights are taken today than on september 11.
c. the terrorists used airports to gain access to planes.
d. americans are scared in public now.

Explanation:

To determine the most likely reason for stricter airport security, we analyze each option:

• Option A: The Department of Homeland Security being in charge is a result of increased security needs, not the primary reason for stricter security.
• Option B: The number of international flights does not directly relate to the need for stricter security; security measures are more about safety threats than flight volume.
• Option C: The 9/11 terrorist attacks involved terrorists using airports to board planes and carry out their attacks. This event led to a significant re - evaluation of airport security, making it a very likely reason for stricter security measures.
• Option D: Americans' fear in public is a consequence of security concerns, not the cause of stricter security at airports.

Answer:

C. The terrorists used airports to gain access to planes.