Social Movements and Race

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of social movements?

  1. Collective action

  2. Shared goals

  3. Formal organization

  4. Routine activities


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social movements are characterized by collective action, shared goals, and informal organization. Routine activities are not typically associated with social movements.

What is the primary goal of the Black Lives Matter movement?

  1. To end police brutality against Black people

  2. To promote racial equality

  3. To increase Black representation in government

  4. To improve economic opportunities for Black people


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Black Lives Matter movement was founded in response to the police killings of unarmed Black people. Its primary goal is to end police brutality and promote racial justice.

Which of the following is NOT a tactic used by social movements?

  1. Protests

  2. Boycotts

  3. Lobbying

  4. Voting


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Voting is a form of political participation, but it is not typically considered a tactic used by social movements. Protests, boycotts, and lobbying are all common tactics used by social movements to achieve their goals.

What is the relationship between social movements and race?

  1. Social movements are often led by people of color.

  2. Social movements often address issues of racial inequality.

  3. Social movements can be used to challenge racism and promote racial justice.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social movements are often led by people of color, address issues of racial inequality, and can be used to challenge racism and promote racial justice.

Which of the following is an example of a social movement that has addressed issues of racial inequality?

  1. The Civil Rights Movement

  2. The Black Lives Matter Movement

  3. The American Indian Movement

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Civil Rights Movement, the Black Lives Matter Movement, and the American Indian Movement are all examples of social movements that have addressed issues of racial inequality.

How can social movements be used to challenge racism and promote racial justice?

  1. By raising awareness of racial inequality

  2. By mobilizing people to take action against racism

  3. By creating a sense of community among people of color

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social movements can be used to challenge racism and promote racial justice by raising awareness of racial inequality, mobilizing people to take action against racism, and creating a sense of community among people of color.

What are some of the challenges that social movements face in addressing issues of racial inequality?

  1. Racism and discrimination

  2. Lack of resources

  3. Government repression

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social movements that address issues of racial inequality face a number of challenges, including racism and discrimination, lack of resources, and government repression.

Despite the challenges, why is it important for social movements to address issues of racial inequality?

  1. Because racial inequality is a major social problem

  2. Because racial inequality has a negative impact on the lives of people of color

  3. Because racial inequality is a threat to democracy

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Racial inequality is a major social problem that has a negative impact on the lives of people of color and is a threat to democracy. It is important for social movements to address issues of racial inequality in order to create a more just and equitable society.

What are some of the ways that individuals can get involved in social movements that are addressing issues of racial inequality?

  1. Attend protests and rallies

  2. Donate money to organizations that are working to address racial inequality

  3. Volunteer your time to organizations that are working to address racial inequality

  4. Educate yourself about racial inequality and talk to others about it

  5. All of the above


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

There are many ways that individuals can get involved in social movements that are addressing issues of racial inequality. These include attending protests and rallies, donating money to organizations that are working to address racial inequality, volunteering your time to organizations that are working to address racial inequality, and educating yourself about racial inequality and talking to others about it.

What is the role of social media in social movements?

  1. Social media can be used to raise awareness of social issues

  2. Social media can be used to mobilize people to take action

  3. Social media can be used to create a sense of community among activists

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social media can be used to raise awareness of social issues, mobilize people to take action, and create a sense of community among activists.

How has social media been used in social movements that have addressed issues of racial inequality?

  1. Social media has been used to document police brutality and other forms of racial violence

  2. Social media has been used to organize protests and rallies

  3. Social media has been used to raise funds for organizations that are working to address racial inequality

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social media has been used in social movements that have addressed issues of racial inequality to document police brutality and other forms of racial violence, organize protests and rallies, and raise funds for organizations that are working to address racial inequality.

What are some of the challenges that social movements face in using social media?

  1. Social media can be used to spread misinformation and propaganda

  2. Social media can be used to dox activists and their supporters

  3. Social media can be used to harass and intimidate activists

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social media can be used to spread misinformation and propaganda, dox activists and their supporters, and harass and intimidate activists.

How can social movements use social media in a responsible and effective way?

  1. By being mindful of the potential risks and challenges

  2. By using social media to amplify the voices of marginalized people

  3. By using social media to build relationships with allies and supporters

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social movements can use social media in a responsible and effective way by being mindful of the potential risks and challenges, using social media to amplify the voices of marginalized people, and using social media to build relationships with allies and supporters.

What is the future of social movements in the age of social media?

  1. Social media will make it easier for social movements to organize and mobilize people

  2. Social media will make it easier for social movements to raise awareness of social issues

  3. Social media will make it easier for social movements to build relationships with allies and supporters

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social media will make it easier for social movements to organize and mobilize people, raise awareness of social issues, and build relationships with allies and supporters.

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