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Economic Crisis and Social Unrest

Description: This quiz focuses on the intricate relationship between economic crises and social unrest, exploring the various facets of this dynamic.
Number of Questions: 14
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Which of the following is NOT a common characteristic of economic crises?

  1. High unemployment

  2. Low economic growth

  3. Rising inflation

  4. Increased social mobility


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Economic crises are typically characterized by high unemployment, low economic growth, and rising inflation, not increased social mobility.

The term 'social unrest' encompasses a wide range of phenomena. Which of the following is NOT typically considered a form of social unrest?

  1. Riots

  2. Strikes

  3. Protests

  4. Increased voter turnout


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While riots, strikes, and protests are all forms of social unrest, increased voter turnout is generally not considered as such.

Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of economic crises?

  1. Increased poverty

  2. Heightened social inequality

  3. Improved healthcare

  4. Political instability


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Economic crises often lead to increased poverty, heightened social inequality, and political instability, but they do not typically result in improved healthcare.

The relationship between economic crises and social unrest is often complex and multifaceted. Which of the following is NOT a factor that can contribute to this relationship?

  1. Government policies

  2. Cultural norms

  3. Technological advancements

  4. Natural disasters


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While government policies, cultural norms, and technological advancements can all contribute to the relationship between economic crises and social unrest, natural disasters are not typically considered a factor.

Which of the following is NOT a potential strategy for addressing the challenges posed by economic crises and social unrest?

  1. Implementing social safety nets

  2. Promoting economic growth

  3. Suppressing dissent

  4. Investing in education and healthcare


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Suppressing dissent is not a constructive strategy for addressing the challenges posed by economic crises and social unrest.

The concept of 'relative deprivation' is often used to explain the link between economic crises and social unrest. What does relative deprivation refer to?

  1. The perception that one is worse off compared to others

  2. The loss of material possessions

  3. The inability to meet basic needs

  4. The feeling of being excluded from society


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Relative deprivation refers to the perception that one is worse off compared to others, even if their absolute standard of living may be improving.

Which of the following is NOT a potential indicator of impending social unrest?

  1. Widespread job losses

  2. Rising food prices

  3. Increased access to social media

  4. Growing income inequality


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

While widespread job losses, rising food prices, and growing income inequality can all be indicators of impending social unrest, increased access to social media is not typically considered a factor.

The concept of 'moral economy' is often invoked in discussions of economic crises and social unrest. What does moral economy refer to?

  1. The belief that economic outcomes should be fair and just

  2. The idea that economic growth is the primary goal of society

  3. The notion that markets should be free from government intervention

  4. The belief that economic success is a sign of moral virtue


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Moral economy refers to the belief that economic outcomes should be fair and just, and that economic systems should be structured to promote this fairness.

Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of social unrest?

  1. Political instability

  2. Economic decline

  3. Increased social cohesion

  4. Widespread violence


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Social unrest can lead to political instability, economic decline, and widespread violence, but it does not typically result in increased social cohesion.

The relationship between economic crises and social unrest has been studied by scholars from various disciplines. Which of the following disciplines is NOT typically associated with this area of research?

  1. Economics

  2. Sociology

  3. Political Science

  4. Biology


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Economics, Sociology, and Political Science are all disciplines that have contributed to the study of economic crises and social unrest. Biology is not typically associated with this area of research.

Which of the following is NOT a potential strategy for preventing economic crises and social unrest?

  1. Promoting economic growth

  2. Reducing income inequality

  3. Expanding access to education and healthcare

  4. Restricting freedom of speech


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Restricting freedom of speech is not a constructive strategy for preventing economic crises and social unrest.

The concept of 'structural violence' is often used to describe the ways in which economic systems can contribute to social unrest. What does structural violence refer to?

  1. The use of physical force to maintain social order

  2. The systematic denial of basic needs and opportunities

  3. The use of legal and institutional mechanisms to oppress certain groups

  4. The use of propaganda to manipulate public opinion


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Structural violence refers to the systematic denial of basic needs and opportunities to certain groups of people, often as a result of economic inequality and social injustice.

Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of economic crises and social unrest?

  1. Increased migration

  2. Heightened environmental degradation

  3. Improved public health

  4. Increased risk of conflict


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Economic crises and social unrest can lead to increased migration, heightened environmental degradation, and increased risk of conflict, but they do not typically result in improved public health.

The concept of 'social movement' is often used to describe collective efforts to address economic crises and social unrest. What does social movement refer to?

  1. Organized efforts to bring about social change

  2. Informal gatherings of people with shared interests

  3. Government-led initiatives to promote social welfare

  4. Religious organizations working to alleviate poverty


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Social movement refers to organized efforts by a group of people to bring about social change, often through collective action and advocacy.

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