Question 1

The ______ signaled a turning point for the history of gay and lesbian movements in the United States.

Accepted Answer

A)   purple heart
B)   Lavender Scare
C)   Homophobia Scare
D)   lesbian movementE) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 2

WikiLeaks is one of the most controversial examples of cyberterrorism.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

______ consumers never fully embraced the idea of a consumer society.

Accepted Answer

A)   American (U.S.) 
B)   German
C)   Japanese
D)   FrenchE) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 4

Feminists believe that women are better than men.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Ritzer cites five types of resources necessary for successful social movements. List and explain the four that you see as most important. Give an example of each.

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

U.S. corporate logos have little impact at an international level.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Even though there are global brands, local and regional differences are important in many parts of the world.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

The first wave of the women's movement in the United States can be traced back to the 1700s.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which one of the following is an example of cyberactivism?

Accepted Answer

A)   the 2017 Washington Women's March
B)   Alcoholics Anonymous
C)   the Civil Rights Movement
D)   the Women's Rights MovementE) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 10

The defining characteristic of the third wave of the women's movement has been ______.

Accepted Answer

A)   greater racial and ethnic inclusivity
B)   gaining rights for women in the political world
C)   bringing awareness to women in higher education
D)   all of theseE) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 11

According to Hochschild, political feelings are dividing Americans, many of whom retreat into emotionally toned ______.

Accepted Answer

A)   enclaves
B)   groups
C)   communities
D)   gangsE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 12

The slogan of the World Social Form is ______.

Accepted Answer

A)   Another world is possible
B)   Freedom at any cost
C)   Togetherness is the key
D)   Fighting for truthE) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 13

Which one of the following statements is TRUE regarding the success of a social movement?

Accepted Answer

A)   Very few social movements start off as small.
B)   Violence is counterproductive by turning off potential supporters and members.
C)   Nonviolence is not a successful method for social movements.
D)   The novelty of the movement is not important.E) A) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 14

Race ______ occurred in Los Angeles in 1992 after police officers, charged with beating black motorist Rodney King, were acquitted.

Accepted Answer

A)   rampages
B)   debaucheries
C)   fights
D)   riotsE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 15

The ______ banned discrimination based on not only race but also sex, religion, and national identity.

Accepted Answer

A)   the Social Movement Act of 1962
B)   the Civil Rights Act of 1964
C)   the Social Change Act of 1965
D)   the Equality Act of 1961E) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 16

Define what is meant by the term collective action. Discuss the two ways in which social movements differ from other forms of collective action.

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Question 17

Much of consumption remains largely, if not totally, local.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Which of the following characteristics about riots are TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A)   Women, rather than men, are more likely to participate in riots.
B)   People tend to live physically close to where the riots take place.
C)   People who participate in riots tend to be young.
D)   People who participate in riots feel as if their actions can make a difference.E) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 19

Prior to the current epoch of globalization, one of the things that characterized people, things, and information was ______

Accepted Answer

A)   location specificity
B)   linearity
C)   solidarity
D)   less densityE) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 20

Discuss the three waves of the women's movement and the key characteristics associated with each wave.

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Exam 15: Social Change, Social Movements, and Collective Action

WikiLeaks is one of the most controversial examples of cyberterrorism.

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______ consumers never fully embraced the idea of a consumer society.

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Prior to the current epoch of globalization, one of the things that characterized people, things, and information was ______

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Which one of the following statements is TRUE regarding the success of a social movement?

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Ritzer cites five types of resources necessary for successful social movements. List and explain the four that you see as most important. Give an example of each.

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Feminists believe that women are better than men.

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Much of consumption remains largely, if not totally, local.

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Define what is meant by the term collective action. Discuss the two ways in which social movements differ from other forms of collective action.

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The first wave of the women's movement in the United States can be traced back to the 1700s.

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U.S. corporate logos have little impact at an international level.

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The ______ banned discrimination based on not only race but also sex, religion, and national identity.

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The ______ signaled a turning point for the history of gay and lesbian movements in the United States.

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The slogan of the World Social Form is ______.

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Which of the following characteristics about riots are TRUE?

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Race ______ occurred in Los Angeles in 1992 after police officers, charged with beating black motorist Rodney King, were acquitted.

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According to Hochschild, political feelings are dividing Americans, many of whom retreat into emotionally toned ______.

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Discuss the three waves of the women's movement and the key characteristics associated with each wave.

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Even though there are global brands, local and regional differences are important in many parts of the world.

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Which one of the following is an example of cyberactivism?

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The defining characteristic of the third wave of the women's movement has been ______.

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