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Strategies and Tactics of Social Movements

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your understanding of the strategies and tactics employed by social movements to achieve their goals. The questions cover a range of topics, including the different types of strategies and tactics, the factors that influence their choice, and the effectiveness of various approaches.
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Which of the following is NOT a common strategy used by social movements?

  1. Direct action

  2. Lobbying

  3. Negotiation

  4. Litigation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Litigation is not typically considered a strategy used by social movements, as it involves taking legal action through the courts, rather than engaging in direct action or political lobbying.

What is the primary goal of a social movement?

  1. To raise awareness

  2. To influence policy

  3. To achieve social change

  4. To mobilize resources


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The primary goal of a social movement is to bring about social change, whether through policy changes, cultural shifts, or other means.

Which of the following factors is NOT likely to influence the choice of strategies and tactics used by a social movement?

  1. The size of the movement

  2. The nature of the movement's goals

  3. The political climate

  4. The availability of resources


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The size of the movement is not typically a factor that directly influences the choice of strategies and tactics, as movements of all sizes can employ a variety of approaches.

What is the term for a strategy that involves using nonviolent methods to achieve social change?

  1. Civil disobedience

  2. Direct action

  3. Lobbying

  4. Negotiation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Civil disobedience is a strategy that involves breaking the law in a nonviolent manner in order to protest against a particular policy or law.

Which of the following is an example of a direct action tactic?

  1. Lobbying elected officials

  2. Holding a protest march

  3. Boycotting a product

  4. Filing a lawsuit


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Holding a protest march is an example of a direct action tactic, as it involves taking action directly to express opposition to a particular policy or issue.

What is the term for a strategy that involves working within the existing political system to achieve social change?

  1. Lobbying

  2. Direct action

  3. Negotiation

  4. Litigation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lobbying is a strategy that involves attempting to influence elected officials or government agencies to support a particular policy or cause.

Which of the following is an example of a lobbying tactic?

  1. Holding a protest march

  2. Boycotting a product

  3. Filing a lawsuit

  4. Meeting with elected officials


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Meeting with elected officials is an example of a lobbying tactic, as it involves attempting to persuade them to support a particular policy or cause.

What is the term for a strategy that involves using negotiation and compromise to achieve social change?

  1. Lobbying

  2. Direct action

  3. Negotiation

  4. Litigation


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Negotiation is a strategy that involves attempting to reach an agreement with opponents or stakeholders in order to resolve a conflict or achieve a common goal.

Which of the following is an example of a negotiation tactic?

  1. Holding a protest march

  2. Boycotting a product

  3. Filing a lawsuit

  4. Mediating a conflict


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mediating a conflict is an example of a negotiation tactic, as it involves attempting to help disputing parties reach an agreement.

What is the term for a strategy that involves taking legal action to achieve social change?

  1. Lobbying

  2. Direct action

  3. Negotiation

  4. Litigation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Litigation is a strategy that involves taking legal action through the courts to enforce a particular right or challenge a particular law or policy.

Which of the following is an example of a litigation tactic?

  1. Holding a protest march

  2. Boycotting a product

  3. Filing a lawsuit

  4. Mediating a conflict


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Filing a lawsuit is an example of a litigation tactic, as it involves taking legal action to enforce a particular right or challenge a particular law or policy.

What is the term for the process by which social movements mobilize resources and support to achieve their goals?

  1. Resource mobilization

  2. Social capital

  3. Collective action

  4. Political participation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Resource mobilization is the process by which social movements acquire and allocate resources, such as money, volunteers, and expertise, in order to achieve their goals.

Which of the following is NOT a common resource that social movements mobilize?

  1. Money

  2. Volunteers

  3. Expertise

  4. Technology


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Technology is not typically considered a common resource that social movements mobilize, as it is not always essential for achieving their goals.

What is the term for the process by which social movements build relationships and networks with other organizations and individuals to achieve their goals?

  1. Coalition building

  2. Networking

  3. Social capital

  4. Collective action


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Coalition building is the process by which social movements form alliances and partnerships with other organizations and individuals to achieve their goals.

Which of the following is NOT a common benefit of coalition building for social movements?

  1. Increased resources

  2. Enhanced legitimacy

  3. Greater visibility

  4. Reduced costs


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Reduced costs is not typically considered a common benefit of coalition building for social movements, as it can actually increase costs due to the need to coordinate and manage multiple organizations.

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