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Question 31

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Which sociological perspective examines problems from a micro level?

A) functionalism
B) interactionism
C) conflict
D) feminism

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Question 32

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Which of these is TRUE of new social movements?

A) They are focused on economic issues.
B) Their members act on their own interests, rather than in the interest of others.
C) They are associated with large scale, formal organizations.
D) Their members are associated with a new middle class of younger, social, and cultural specialists.

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Which sociological perspective sees the solution to social problems as replacing the current society with a more equitable one by incorporating marginalized groups in redefining power structures?

This theory argues that a social movement requires skills in the form of leadership, talent, knowledge, and organizational infrastructure in order to be successful.

Which sociological perspective assumes that order is normal for society?

Which of the following is most responsible for social change in modern history according to your author?

History shows that successful revolutions are common.

Which of these is the largest organization of feminist activists in the United States?

Which president created the United We Serve initiative which highlighted the importance of community service?

The political process model emphasizes the relationship between a favorable structure of political opportunities and which of these?

Successful social movements rarely begin with individual efforts.

A social movement intended to create limited social change by working in the society, itself, is called which of these?

Sociologist Michael Burawoy asserts that sociology should seek to do which of these?

As of 2012, ______ of the necessary 38 states had ratified the ERA.

Reform movements are most likely to work outside of the existing system to bring social change.

Social movements are seen as ______ attempts by ______ groups to mobilize their political leverage to advance their interests.

Which of these countries is NOT included in your reading as having a successful early revolution?

In order to be successful, your text indicates that social movements often change three areas. Which of these is one of those areas?

Which sociological perspective points out that deviant and criminal behavior is learned from other people?

Christian evangelism, a movement which attempts partial change of both society and individuals, is an example of an ______ social movement.