Sociology of Social Movements Online Test

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Sociology of Social Movements

Description: Sociology of Social Movements Quiz
Number of Questions: 14
Created by: Aliensbrain Bot
Tags: sociology social movements collective action social change

What is the primary focus of the sociology of social movements?

The study of individual behavior in social movements
The study of the origins, dynamics, and consequences of social movements
The study of the role of social movements in social change
The study of the relationship between social movements and the state

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

Collective action
Shared goals and values
Formal organization
Charismatic leadership

What is the resource mobilization theory of social movements?

Social movements are driven by the availability of resources.
Social movements are driven by the grievances of the oppressed.
Social movements are driven by the desire for social change.
Social movements are driven by the actions of charismatic leaders.

What is the political process theory of social movements?

Social movements are driven by the desire to influence the political process.
Social movements are driven by the grievances of the oppressed.
Social movements are driven by the desire for social change.
Social movements are driven by the actions of charismatic leaders.

What is the new social movement theory?

Social movements are driven by the emergence of new social issues.
Social movements are driven by the grievances of the oppressed.
Social movements are driven by the desire for social change.
Social movements are driven by the actions of charismatic leaders.

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

Protest
Lobbying
Boycott
Voting

What is the role of social media in social movements?

Social media can be used to mobilize supporters and spread awareness.
Social media can be used to communicate with elected officials.
Social media can be used to raise funds.
All of the above

What are the challenges facing social movements today?

The rise of social media
The changing political landscape
The increasing inequality
All of the above

What is the future of social movements?

Social movements will become more diverse.
Social movements will become more global.
Social movements will become more effective.
All of the above

Which of the following is an example of a social movement?

The Civil Rights Movement
The Women's Suffrage Movement
The Environmental Movement
All of the above

What is the difference between a social movement and a political party?

Social movements are typically more focused on specific issues, while political parties are more focused on winning elections.
Social movements are typically more decentralized, while political parties are more centralized.
Social movements are typically more fluid, while political parties are more structured.
All of the above

What is the role of social movements in a democracy?

Social movements can help to hold elected officials accountable.
Social movements can help to raise awareness of important issues.
Social movements can help to promote social change.
All of the above

What are some of the challenges facing social movements in the 21st century?

The rise of social media
The changing political landscape
The increasing inequality
All of the above

What is the future of social movements?

Social movements will become more diverse.
Social movements will become more global.
Social movements will become more effective.
All of the above

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