The term terrorism has its origins in_____________?

Correct answer: A. Revolutionary France

  • A. Revolutionary France
  • B. the Roman Empire
  • C. Nazi Germany
  • D. the English Civil War

Explanation

The modern political use of terrorism is linked to the French Revolution, especially the Reign of Terror. The term originally referred to the use of terror by the revolutionary state against its opponents.

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