Question 1

Which of these is a characteristic of a social movement?

Accepted Answer

A social movement involves a collective effort enlisting substantial numbers of people to create social or political change. Short-term duration and spontaneity are not necessarily characteristics of a social movement, while institutionalization may occur as the movement becomes more established over time.

Question 2

Who was the first openly gay candidate to be elected to major political office in the state of California?

Accepted Answer

Harvey Milk was the first openly gay candidate to be elected to major political office in the state of California in 1977 when he was elected to the San Francisco Board of Supervisors.

Question 3

Claire is a "third wave feminist." Which of these is associated with Claire's "wave"?

Accepted Answer

Third wave feminism is characterized by a greater emphasis on inclusivity and intersectionality, recognizing that the struggles of women are intertwined with those of other marginalized groups, including people of color and LGBTQ individuals. Consciousness raising and voting rights were more characteristic of the second wave, while social media usage is a more recent development not specific to any particular wave.

Question 4

Which marked the beginning of the modern gay rights movement?

Accepted Answer

The 1969 uprisings at Greenwich Village's Mafia-owned Stonewall Inn marked the beginning of the modern gay rights movement. It was a turning point in LGBTQ+ history as it sparked a wave of activism and protests for LGBTQ+ rights, leading to the formation of organizations such as the Gay Liberation Front and the publication of the first LGBTQ+ newspapers and magazines.

Question 5

What is the belief that women are socially,politically,and economically equal to men?

Accepted Answer

Feminism is the belief and advocacy for women's rights on the basis of the equality of the sexes. It holds that women should have the same social, political, and economic rights and opportunities as men. Femininity is a personality trait or characteristic associated with traditional gender roles assigned to women. Socialism is an economic and political system that advocates for collective ownership and control of the means of production and distribution. Suffrage refers to the right to vote in political elections, which is just one aspect of the broader concept of gender equality.

Question 6

Which of these characterizes the women's movement today?

Accepted Answer

The women's movement today is characterized by diversity, meaning that there are many different perspectives and approaches to feminism. It is also characterized by globalization, as feminist issues and movements are increasingly interconnected across national borders. Unity and decline are not accurate descriptions of the current state of the women's movement, and there is no evidence to suggest that religiosity is a significant factor in contemporary feminist activism.

Question 7

Which of these was instrumental in moving the gay and lesbian movement into a politics of queer spaces and identities?

Accepted Answer

ACT UP and Queer Nation activism were instrumental in moving the gay and lesbian movement into a politics of queer spaces and identities. These groups challenged mainstream society's binary gender and sexuality norms and advocated for a more expansive understanding of queer identity. The Stonewall riots were a catalyst for the LGBTQ rights movement, but did not necessarily put emphasis on the politics of queer identities and spaces. The DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) was used to pathologize homosexuality in the past, but did not play a significant role in the shift towards queer politics. The Lavender Scare was a period of intense persecution of gay and lesbian people in the United States during the Cold War, but did not contribute to a politics of queer spaces and identities.

Question 8

Besides the problem of alcohol,with which of these was the World Women's Christian Temperance Union concerned?

Accepted Answer

The World Women's Christian Temperance Union was primarily concerned with political rights for women, including the right to vote and run for office. While they may have also been interested in other women's rights issues, their main focus was on using their moral influence to promote women's suffrage and other political reforms.

Question 9

Which of these involves variations over time in every aspect of the social world,from changes affecting individuals to transformations impacting the entire globe?

Accepted Answer

Social change involves variations over time in every aspect of the social world, from changes affecting individuals to transformations impacting the entire globe. Social movements, social variations, and social transfer may also be involved in social change, but they are not the comprehensive definition of social change itself.

Question 10

Which organization was founded in the 1950s to focus on the rights of gay women?

Accepted Answer

The Daughters of Bilitis was founded in San Francisco, California in 1955 and focused on the rights of lesbians. The other organizations listed were also part of the early gay rights movement but focused on broader issues and also included gay men.

Question 11

The first wave of the women's movement focused largely on which of these?

Accepted Answer

The first wave of the women's movement, which occurred in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, focused largely on securing women's right to vote. This culminated in the passage of the 19th Amendment to the US Constitution in 1920, which granted women the right to vote. While issues such as workplace rights and domestic violence were also important to early feminists, the right to vote was the primary focus of the first wave.

Question 12

Which of these movements sought to reverse social change?

Accepted Answer

The Tea Party movement sought to reverse social change, specifically against progressive policies such as universal healthcare and same-sex marriage. The other movements listed sought to bring about social change and promote equality for marginalized groups.

Question 13

Which of these describes the organized government purges of gay people resulting in thousands of discharges from government service for those suspected of "sexual perversions"?

Accepted Answer

The Lavender Scare was a campaign by the U.S. government to purge gay people from government service. It began in the 1940s and lasted until the 1970s, resulting in the discharge of thousands of federal employees suspected of "sexual perversions." The campaign was similar to the better-known McCarthy-era Red Scare, and was driven by similar fears of subversion and sabotage.

Question 14

Betty Friedan's book ______ had a strong effect on the second wave of the women's movement.

Accepted Answer

The Feminine Mystique, published in 1963, is widely credited with sparking the second wave of the women's movement in the United States. The book challenged the notion that women's primary role in society was as housewives and mothers, and encouraged women to seek fulfillment outside of the home.

Question 15

When was same-sex marriage legalized in the U.S.?

Accepted Answer

Same-sex marriage was legalized in the U.S. nationwide in 2015 by the landmark Supreme Court case of Obergefell v. Hodges.

Question 16

The first wave of the LGBTQ movement in the U.S.is traceable to the which period?

Accepted Answer

The first wave of the LGBTQ movement in the U.S. is traceable to the 1890s, with the emergence of organizations such as the Society for Human Rights and the Daughters of Bilitis.

Question 17

When was homosexuality removed from the DSM as a mental illness?

Accepted Answer

Homosexuality was removed from the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) in 1973.

Question 18

The LGBTQ movement is an example of which of these?

Accepted Answer

The LGBTQ movement is a social movement that aims to achieve equal rights and protections for individuals who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer. It involves collective organized efforts by individuals and groups to bring about social and institutional change on behalf of a marginalized community.

Question 19

To which period is the first wave of the U.S.women's movement traceable?

Accepted Answer

The first wave of the U.S. women's movement is typically traced back to the 1840s, with the Seneca Falls Convention in 1848 considered a starting point. This period was characterized by a focus on women's suffrage, property rights, and political equality.

Question 20

Which era has been described as "somewhat of a nationwide coming out experience" for gays and lesbians in the U.S.?

Accepted Answer

The World War II era saw many LGBTQ individuals serving in the military and working in defense industries. This led to increased visibility and acceptance, as well as the formation of early gay rights organizations.

Quiz 18: Social Change, social Movements, and Collective Action