I think a lot of men are very self centered. All their thoughts follow directly from their perspective with little interest elsewhere. To them this is a hypothetical that they are trying to fit themselves into. And a lot of them fantasize about commiting violence in response to percieved disrespect.

"Yeah dude if I get hit I'll hit back harder. I dont even know what I'd do if a terrorist attack happened here. But it wouldnt be super fucking nice for them. Yeah, no, I dont care about your BS. Make excuses about what led to it if you want. Shit happened and now shit has to happen. Fuck off pussy. Im not soft for anyone, anytime."