Question

Since it is the very nature of terrorism not only to cause immediate damage but also to strike fear in the hearts of the population under attack, one might say that the terrorist were extraordinarily successful, not just as a result of their own efforts but also in consequences of the American reaction.

Premises: Since it is the very nature of terrorism not only to cause immediate damage but also strike fear in the hearts of the population under attack.

Premises: The terrorist were extraordinary successful.

Conclusion: As a result of the terrorist own efforts and the American reaction.

Answer 1

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Answer 2

Conclusion is not a conclusion....

Your conclusion would be the terrorists efforts were successful.

Premise #1. The purpose of the terrorist was not only damage but fear

Premise#2. The response of the American people indicated that they were afraid.