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: threat and non-threat. Threat is a statement that someone will be hurt or harmed, especially if the person does not do something in particular.
Part 2. Example
Comment: Enough already. Cut the head off this snake.
Answer: Threat
Explanation: This comment conveys a violent threat to someone.
Part 3. Exercise
Comment: The problem is, Canada has put a lot of eggs in the American basket. To extricate is in Canada's long term interest. Since China is the country of the future, I suggest Canada turn in that direction. To acknowledge that Drumpf is all that he is, is to legitimize and normalize him. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has chosen the right course. Right from the get go, Mr. Trudeau has refused to comment, and to do so now is not the right thing to do. Drumpf seems to be doing a good job at sabotaging the presidency. Let him continue in this vein until he has enough rope to hang himself.
Answer:
Threat