The holding of person captive with intents made to kill or harm that person if demands are not met is called________________?
Correct answer: D. Hostage-taking
- A. Abduction
- B. Kidnapping
- C. None of above
- D. Hostage-taking
Explanation
Hostage-taking involves keeping a person captive and threatening to kill or harm that person unless specified demands are met. Abduction and kidnapping are broader forms of unlawful taking and do not necessarily include this demand-based threat.
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