Terror facts for kids

Terror is a very strong feeling of fear. It's like being overwhelmed by a sense of immediate danger. Imagine feeling like something scary is about to happen right now!

Terror in History

Throughout history, the word "terror" has been used to describe periods of great fear and violence, often during big changes or conflicts.

The Reign of Terror

The Reign of Terror was a time of extreme violence in France between 1793 and 1794. This happened during the French Revolution, when people were trying to change their government. Many people were arrested and executed because they were thought to be against the revolution. The last few weeks of this period are sometimes called the "Red Terror" or "Great Terror."

Red Terror

The Red Terror was a period of violence and harsh actions in Soviet Russia from 1918 to 1922. This was carried out by a political group called the Bolsheviks. They used these actions to control people and stop anyone who disagreed with them during the Russian Civil War.

White Terror

White Terror refers to acts of violence by groups who wanted to bring back old ways of government, often after a revolution. For example, in France, there were two "White Terror" movements between 1794 and 1795. These groups fought against the changes brought by the French Revolution.

The Great Terror

The Great Terror is another name for the Great Purge. This was a time in the Soviet Union during the late 1930s when the government arrested and punished many people. They were accused of being enemies of the state, and many were sent to labor camps or executed.

Terror in Popular Culture

The word "terror" also appears in movies, books, and music.

Movies and Books

• The Terror (1963 movie) is a horror film from 1963. It was directed by Roger Corman.
• The Terror (novel) is a scary novel written by Dan Simmons in 2007.

Music

• Terror (band) is an American hardcore punk band. They are from California.
• "Terror" is a song by the band My Ruin. It was released on their 1999 album Speak and Destroy.

Terror in Comics

You can find characters and series named "Terror" in comic books too!

• Terror (New England Comics) is a supervillain. This character appears in The Tick comic books. He has also been in the cartoon and live-action TV series.
• Terror Inc. is a Marvel Comics series. It was first published in 1992.
• Terror (Marvel Comics) is a fictional Marvel Comics character. He first appeared in the 1940s.

Other Uses of Terror

The word "terror" can also describe other things, from animals to places.

• Green terror is a type of tropical freshwater fish. It's known for its bright colors.
• Night terror is a sleep disorder. It causes a person to wake up suddenly in a state of intense fear.
• HMS Terror (disambiguation) refers to nine different ships. These ships belonged to the Royal Navy.
• USS Terror (disambiguation) refers to three different ships. These ships belonged to the United States Navy.
• Mount Terror (disambiguation) refers to two different mountains.

Related pages

• Terrorism
• Terrorist (disambiguation)

See also

In Spanish: Terror (desambiguación) para niños