The new federal agency created in response to the terrorist attacks is the
a. CIA
b. Office Of Terrorist Activity
c. Department Of Homeland Security
d. Terrorism Defense Agency
The answer is letter c.
It is a cabinet department and is primary responsible for defending U.S.
territories and protectorates. It is
also responsible for countering terrorist attacks as well as natural and
man-made disasters. It was created after
the September 11 attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon.