Question

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in 2015, attackers targeted six locations throughout paris, france, using assault rifles and explosives to kill 130 people and wound hundreds more. the islamic state of iraq and the levant (isis) claimed responsibility for the attacks, promising further bloodshed if france didnt suspend airstrikes against isis targets in syria.
which question would best help you determine whether the attacks in paris were an act of terrorism?
a. were the attackers motivated by their religion?
b. were the attacks planned by individuals from outside france?
c. was the number of people killed and injured very large?
d. were the attacks meant to change french policy by creating fear?

Explanation:

Terrorism is defined as the use of violence and intimidation in the pursuit of political aims, often involving creating fear to influence policy. Option C directly addresses whether the attacks were intended to change policy (French policy) by creating fear, which is a key aspect of terrorism. Option A (religious motivation) is not the sole determinant as terrorism can have non - religious political motives. Option B (number of casualties) is a consequence but not the defining characteristic. Option D is not as comprehensive as C as it lacks the element of creating fear for policy change.

Answer:

C. Was the number of people killed and injured very large?