1. Look up the words \"extremism\" and \"terrorist.\" How do these terms apply to Timothy McVeigh? Is there anything in the story of McVeigh that complicates use of these words - especially in trying to make sense of the Oklahoma City bombing? 2. According to Robert McFadden, what factors were the most influential on McVeigh? What details do you find most interesting or compelling about McVeigh's background - and why?