The textbook notes the importance of the Internet for connecting people and ideas in ways that facilitate social movements. Applying this to Neil Smelser's six conditions underlying collective action, the availability of and access to the Internet would be an example of which condition?
A) structural strain
B) structural conduciveness
C) generalized beliefs
D) precipitating factors

Question

The textbook notes the importance of the Internet for connecting people and ideas in ways that facilitate social movements. Applying this to Neil Smelser's six conditions underlying collective action, the availability of and access to the Internet would be an example of which condition? 
A) structural strain 
B) structural conduciveness 
C) generalized beliefs 
D) precipitating factors

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Structural conduciveness refers to the presence of channels and platforms enabling collective action. The availability and access to the Internet facilitates social movements by providing such channels and platforms, making B the correct answer.

The Textbook Notes the Importance of the Internet for Connecting