Question 1

Describe the various sociological explanations for why people mobilize into social movements.

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Question 2

What is a new social movement? Give examples.

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Question 3

Apply the term vested interests to contemporary society.

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Question 4

Discuss the complex issue of "NIMBY." How do we balance the desires of individuals with the needs of our larger society?

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Question 5

Describe the various forms of collective behavior and give an example of each.

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Question 6

Discuss the various theoretical concepts associated with the functionalist view of social change.

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Question 7

Discuss the issues involved with transnationals.Explain the different sociological perspectives on the matter.Also,explain whether you would become a transnational if you were in the same position.

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Question 8

Describe the influence technology has had on social change.

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Question 9

Identify the differences and similarities between fads and fashions and panics and crazes.

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Question 10

Discuss the various factors that influence resistance to social change and give examples to support your answer.

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Question 11

Transnationals are lured by menial labor jobs that provide income superior to what they were able to earn in their native countries.

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Transnationals often migrate to countries with strong economies and lower labor costs, where they may be able to secure employment in industries such as manufacturing, agriculture, or service sector. Even if these jobs may be low-paying by local standards, they may still offer higher wages compared to what these workers could earn in their home countries.

Question 12

What are the sociological theories of collective behavior? How do these approaches to collective behavior help us understand relatively spontaneous and unstructured situations?

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Question 13

A major issue of our future will be how to redefine our concept of community as more people feel allegiance to more than one nation.

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With the increased interconnectedness and mobility of people, many individuals have ties to multiple countries or communities, which raises questions about where their allegiances lie and how a sense of community can be redefined to reflect this reality.

Question 14

Discuss the pros and cons of genetically modified foods and whether you feel we can ever "cross the line" regarding genetic manipulation and our food supply.

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Quiz 18: Social Movements and Social Change in the Global Community