Question 1

Riots, crowds, and disasters are all examples of ____________________________.

Accepted Answer

Riots, crowds, and disasters are all examples of collective behavior, which refers to the spontaneous and unstructured behavior of a group of people who are temporarily united by a common focus or goal. Integrative behavior, on the other hand, refers to behavior that is directed towards achieving a common goal through organized and coordinated efforts. Agglomerated behavior is not a commonly used term in sociology, and united behavior is too broad to accurately describe these specific situations.

Question 2

The gay and lesbian movement is one example of a(n) ________________________________.

Accepted Answer

The gay and lesbian movement is an example of a social movement, which seeks to bring about social change and advocate for the rights and acceptance of a particular group within society.

Question 3

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. He was elected to the San Francisco Board of Supervisors in 1977.

Question 4

The ________________________ banned discrimination not only on the basis of race, but also of sex, religion, and national identity.

Accepted Answer

The Civil Rights Act of 1964 banned discrimination not only on the basis of race, but also of sex, religion, and national identity. The Social Movement Act of 1962, the Social Change Act of 1965, and the Equality Act of 1961 are not real acts of legislation.

Question 5

The first wave of the women's movement in the United States is traceable to the _________________.

Accepted Answer

The first wave of the women's movement in the United States is traceable to the 1840s, when women's rights activists began to organize and advocate for suffrage and other equal rights.

Question 6

The focus on what groups of people need to do in order to effectively bring about social change is referred to as the __________________________ theory.

Accepted Answer

Resource mobilization theory emphasizes the importance of organizing and mobilizing resources (such as money, time, people, and materials) in order to bring about social change. It argues that successful social movements depend on the ability to effectively allocate and use these resources in pursuit of their goals.

Question 7

The key event in the history of the civil rights movement was:

Accepted Answer

The 1955 bus boycott in Alabama was a pivotal moment in the civil rights movement, sparked by the arrest of Rosa Parks for refusing to give up her seat on a bus to a white person. The boycott lasted for over a year and led to the desegregation of Montgomery's bus system, setting an important precedent for fighting against segregation and discrimination. While the other events mentioned may also have been important steps forward, none were as significant or as widely recognized as the bus boycott.

Question 8

The Tea Party wields great power over and within the ____________________ Party.

Accepted Answer

The Tea Party is a conservative political movement within the Republican Party, advocating for limited government, lower taxes, and adherence to strict constitutional interpretations. Many Tea Party members have been elected to seats in Congress and have had an impact on Republican politics and policies.

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a type of resource that is important in the mobilization of social movements?

Accepted Answer

While personal assets may be helpful in supporting social movement activities, they are not considered a type of resource that is specifically important in the mobilization of social movements. The other options - moral, cultural, and material resources - are all recognized as key resources in social movement mobilization.

Question 10

Which of the following statements is TRUE in regard to the success of a social movement?

Accepted Answer

Violence turns off potential supporters and members, making it counter-productive for a social movement. Research has shown that nonviolent methods are more effective for achieving social change. The size of the movement and its novelty can vary and do not necessarily determine its success.

Question 11

Which event is regarded by many as pivotal in the twentieth-century struggle for gay rights and denotes the beginning of the modern gay rights movement?

Accepted Answer

The 1969 uprisings at Greenwich Village's mafia-owned Stonewall Inn is widely regarded as the beginning of the modern gay rights movement. The Stonewall riots were a series of spontaneous demonstrations by members of the LGBTQ+ community in response to a police raid that took place on June 28, 1969. The demonstrations lasted for several days and marked a turning point in the fight for gay rights, galvanizing LGBTQ+ communities across the United States to organize and advocate for their rights.

Question 12

The first wave of the women's movement focused largely on:

Accepted Answer

The first wave of the women's movement, which began in the mid-19th century and lasted until the passage of the 19th amendment in 1920, primarily focused on gaining the right to vote for women. While workplace and educational equality were also important issues, suffrage was the primary goal of the movement during this time period.

Question 13

_______________ involves variations over time in every aspect of the social world, ranging from changes affecting individuals to transformations having an impact on the globe as a whole.

Accepted Answer

Social change involves variations over time in every aspect of the social world. It can be on a small scale, affecting individuals or groups, or on a larger scale, affecting societies and even the globe as a whole. Social movements, social variations, and social transfer may all be a part of social change, but they do not encompass the entirety of the concept.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

The Lavender Scare was a period during the mid-20th century where the U.S. government targeted and persecuted gay and lesbian individuals through various means, such as firing them from government jobs and denying them security clearances. This led to a wave of activism and resistance within the gay and lesbian community, as well as increased public awareness and support for their rights. Therefore, the Lavender Scare is considered a turning point for the history of gay and lesbian movements in the United States.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

Betty Friedan's book "The Feminine Mystique" is credited with igniting the second wave of the women's movement in the United States in the 1960s. The book challenged the traditional roles of women during the time and encouraged women to seek fulfillment beyond their domestic duties.

Question 16

Which era has been described as the golden age for gays and lesbians in the United States?

Accepted Answer

The World War II era (1940s-1950s) has been described as the golden age for gays and lesbians in the United States. Despite the continued stigma and discrimination against homosexuality, the war effort created opportunities for social and political engagement for queer communities, both within and outside the military. Post-war economic prosperity and the rise of the American suburbs allowed for more discreet forms of socialization and the formation of gay and lesbian communities across the country. However, these gains were later challenged by the Lavender Scare, a period of government purges against LGBTQ individuals during the Cold War era.

Question 17

Homosexuality was removed from the DSM as a mental illness in _______________.

Accepted Answer

Homosexuality was removed from the DSM as a mental illness in 1973.

Question 18

In Malcolm Gladwell's essay "Small Change: Why the Revolution Will Not Be Tweeted," the argument was made that social media are built on the basis of people who have _________________ with one another.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In Malcolm Gladwell's essay "Small Change: Why...

Question 19

Jane Fonda and Gloria Steinem believe in ________________, or the belief that women are equal to men, especially socially, politically, and economically.

Accepted Answer

Jane Fonda and Gloria Steinem are both well-known feminists, who have spoken out and advocated for women's rights and equality throughout their careers. Feminism is a social, political, and cultural movement that advocates for gender equality and the rights of women.

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

The answer of The defining characteristic of the third wave...

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