Part 1. Definition
In this task, you are given a public comment from online platforms. You are expected to classify the comment into two classes: identity-attack and non-identity-attack. Identity attack refers to anything rude or disrespectful about someone's identity, including appearance, race, gender, and sexual orientation.
Part 2. Example
Comment: It's bad enough we already have all these American sicko's living in this country shooting up theatre, schools, churches, malls, etc., we don't have room for crazy muslims.
Answer: Identity-attack
Explanation: This comment contains identity attacks on both American and Muslim.
Part 3. Exercise
Comment: I am 72 years old. Got news for you punks, break in to my home and I will blow you away. I have 5 rifles, one 12 gauge shotgun, and two .44 mag pistols and they are all loaded. I also have a machete that is razor sharp. I will cut your head off at the drop of a hat. So stay away. I live in North Pole.
Answer:
Non-identity-attack