TSA Operations and History

TSA Operations and History

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

FREE Resource

The video explores the formation and evolution of the TSA, focusing on its first year, the creation of the Mobile Screening Force, and the federalization of airports. It highlights the challenges faced, the development of TSA's insignia, and the cooperation with the FAA. Artifacts and reflections on 9/11 are also discussed, showcasing the agency's growth and dedication to security.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant act led to the creation of the TSA?

Federal Aviation Act

Patriot Act

Aviation and Transportation Security Act

Homeland Security Act

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a major challenge for TSA in its first year?

Developing new technology

Forming a culture and identity

Reducing flight delays

Building new airports

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do the nine stars and eleven stripes on the original TSA insignia represent?

The nine states and eleven cities involved

The terror attacks of September 11th

The nine security protocols and eleven safety measures

The nine founding members and eleven airports

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the new TSA insignia introduced in 2018 symbolize?

The power of technology

The strength of the eagle

The freedom of movement

The unity of all transportation modes

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary role of the Mobile Screening Force?

To design new uniforms

To manage airport operations

To serve as TSA's first frontline employees

To develop security software

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a key feature of the Mobile Screening Force ID cards?

They were labeled as property of the FAA

They included a microchip

They were made of metal

They had a holographic image

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many airports were federalized by TSA in its first year?

Over 430

Over 300

Over 200

Over 100

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