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Strategies and Tactics of Economic Activism

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What is the primary goal of economic activism?

  1. To influence economic policies and practices

  2. To promote economic growth and development

  3. To redistribute wealth and income

  4. To protect the environment


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Economic activism aims to bring about changes in economic policies and practices that are perceived to be unjust, harmful, or unsustainable.

Which of the following is an example of a strategy used in economic activism?

  1. Boycotts

  2. Strikes

  3. Lobbying

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Boycotts, strikes, and lobbying are all strategies used in economic activism to bring about change.

What is the purpose of a boycott in economic activism?

  1. To refuse to buy or use a particular product or service

  2. To stop working in protest

  3. To influence government policies

  4. To raise awareness about an issue


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A boycott is a strategy in economic activism where consumers refuse to buy or use a particular product or service as a form of protest.

How does a strike work as a tactic in economic activism?

  1. Workers collectively stop working to demand better working conditions or wages

  2. Consumers refuse to buy or use a particular product or service

  3. Activists lobby government officials to change policies

  4. Companies donate money to charities to support a cause


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A strike is a tactic in economic activism where workers collectively stop working to demand better working conditions or wages.

What is the role of lobbying in economic activism?

  1. To influence government policies through direct communication

  2. To organize protests and demonstrations

  3. To boycott products or services

  4. To engage in civil disobedience


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lobbying is a tactic in economic activism where activists directly communicate with government officials to influence policies.

Which of the following is an example of a tactic used in economic activism to raise awareness about an issue?

  1. Public demonstrations

  2. Social media campaigns

  3. Petitions

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Public demonstrations, social media campaigns, and petitions are all tactics used in economic activism to raise awareness about an issue.

How can civil disobedience be used as a tactic in economic activism?

  1. By breaking laws or regulations in a non-violent manner to protest against unjust policies

  2. By organizing strikes or boycotts

  3. By lobbying government officials

  4. By engaging in public demonstrations


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Civil disobedience is a tactic in economic activism where activists break laws or regulations in a non-violent manner to protest against unjust policies.

What is the significance of grassroots movements in economic activism?

  1. They mobilize local communities to address economic issues

  2. They focus on influencing national policies

  3. They rely on corporate funding for their activities

  4. They are primarily concerned with international trade agreements


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Grassroots movements in economic activism mobilize local communities to address economic issues that directly affect them.

How do economic activists utilize social media platforms in their campaigns?

  1. To raise awareness about economic issues and mobilize support

  2. To lobby government officials directly

  3. To organize strikes or boycotts

  4. To engage in civil disobedience


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Economic activists use social media platforms to raise awareness about economic issues and mobilize support for their campaigns.

What is the role of international cooperation in economic activism?

  1. To address global economic issues and promote fair trade

  2. To focus solely on domestic economic policies

  3. To lobby national governments for specific economic reforms

  4. To engage in public demonstrations against economic policies


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

International cooperation in economic activism aims to address global economic issues and promote fair trade practices.

How can economic activism contribute to sustainable development?

  1. By advocating for policies that protect the environment and promote social justice

  2. By focusing on economic growth and profit maximization

  3. By lobbying for tax cuts and deregulation

  4. By engaging in international trade agreements


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Economic activism can contribute to sustainable development by advocating for policies that protect the environment and promote social justice.

What are the potential challenges faced by economic activists in their campaigns?

  1. Government repression, corporate influence, and lack of resources

  2. Public apathy and lack of awareness about economic issues

  3. Internal conflicts and disagreements within activist groups

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Economic activists face challenges such as government repression, corporate influence, lack of resources, public apathy, internal conflicts, and disagreements within their groups.

How can economic activism contribute to economic empowerment of marginalized communities?

  1. By advocating for policies that promote equal access to resources and opportunities

  2. By focusing on economic growth and profit maximization

  3. By lobbying for tax cuts and deregulation

  4. By engaging in international trade agreements


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Economic activism can contribute to economic empowerment of marginalized communities by advocating for policies that promote equal access to resources and opportunities.

What is the role of economic activism in promoting corporate social responsibility?

  1. To pressure companies to adopt ethical and sustainable practices

  2. To focus solely on profit maximization

  3. To lobby for government subsidies and tax breaks

  4. To engage in international trade agreements


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Economic activism plays a role in promoting corporate social responsibility by pressuring companies to adopt ethical and sustainable practices.

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