Q.1

What is a radioisotope?

A)	an atom with an unequal number of protons and neutrons
B)	another name for gamma radiation
C)	an unstable atom that emits radiation as it tries to change to a stable state
D)	radioactive material that is packaged with a conventional explosive

What is a radiological dispersal device (RDD)?

A)	a device used to scatter radioactive material
B)	any device that emits radiation can be called an RDD
C)	another name for an atomic bomb
D)	a medical radiation device used for cancer treatment

Which of the following involves the peaceful use of the atom?

A)	food irradiation
B)	smoke detectors
C)	nuclear energy
D)	all of the above

Which of the following is NOT one of the potential consequences of a radiological terrorism attack?

A)	economic losses, possibly amounting to millions or billions of dollars
B)	contamination of surrounding buildings
C)	increased levels of stress and anxiety
D)	immediate and widespread radiation-related deaths

How many successful radiological terrorist attacks have we experienced in the last three decades?

A)	4
B)	2
C)	1
D)	0

Which of the following is NOT a motivation for terrorists to choose radiological terrorism?

A)	use of an RDD or attacking a nuclear facility can cause public fear and panic without necessarily resulting in widespread death
B)	radiological terrorism is more difficult to carry out from a technical standpoint than other forms of unconventional terrorism, so people would look at the terrorists with greater respect
C)	radioactive sources are relatively easier to access because they are used in everyday society
D)	intelligence and law enforcement agencies are less likely to monitor terrorist groups with lower-level technical skills

Which of the following might prevent terrorist groups from choosing the radiological terrorism option?

A)	the terrorist might die from radiation exposure before the attack can be carried out
B)	the terrorist must have a bare minimum of technical and scientific knowledge to successfully construct an RDD or plan an attack on a nuclear facility
C)	most nuclear power plants are heavily protected by both humans and technology
D)	all of the above

Which of the following is NOT a way that terrorists might carry out an act of radiological terrorism?

A)	put radioactive dust in a building's ventilation system
B)	detonate a conventional bomb with radioactive powder inside
C)	hijack a bus and drive to Mexico
D)	use a truck bomb to damage the core of a nuclear reactor

Which of the following is NOT one of the security precautions being taken by governments and international organizations to prevent radiological terrorism?

A)	increasing the number of security guards at nuclear power plants
B)	replacing all older nuclear reactors that do not have built-in safety measures and containment structures
C)	initiating national and international missions to secure orphaned radiation sources
D)	updating and revising international treaties and safety standards

What are some of the steps that governments are taking to prepare their societies for the radiological terrorism threat?

A)	conducting mock terrorist attacks to find and remedy gaps in emergency response
B)	issuing publications on appropriate responses if an attack takes place
C)	continuing research and development of decontamination techniques
D)	all of the above

If you found yourself in the area of a dirty bomb attack, what are the three most important things (in order) to remember?

A)	1) Distance; 2) Time; 3) Shielding
B)	1) Time; 2) Distance; 3) Shielding
C)	1) Shielding; 2) Time; 3) Distance
D)	1) Time; 2) Shielding; 3) Distance

Which of the following is NOT one of the ways in which you can help to decrease the threat of radiological terrorism?

A)	use your new knowledge to explore how to build an RDD
B)	encourage your family and friends to learn more about the threat
C)	urge your government to continue security improvements for radiation sources and for nuclear facilities
D)	seek out information about the groups and their motivations behind the radiological terrorism threat