Part 1: Identify and analyze the three principal directorates of the Department of Homeland Security, and discuss their respective missions. Describe, in some depth, how each directorate fulfills its respective directorate's mission. Characterize the range of threats, or what each directorate is engaged to protect, so that U.S. security is not breached.

Part 2: Why is an office like FEMA's Office of National Preparedness important to securing the nation? Give examples and your reasoning for its importance.

Your paper should be 3-5 pages long and your citations should adhere to APA style and formatting.