According to the Text, Social Movements Share Several Characteristics with Other

question 8

Multiple Choice

According to the text, social movements share several characteristics with other forms of collective behaviour. However, social movements have some unique characteristics that disqualify them as being categorized as collective behaviour. Which of the following statements is NOT a feature that distinguishes social movements from collective behaviour?

• A)They involve prior organization and planning.
• B)They have identifiable leaders.
• C) They conduct public campaigns and recruiting drives for members.
• D) They can be short-lived and very effective in raising awareness of social issues.

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Legal Precedent

A legal case that establishes a principle or rule that is followed by other courts in future cases involving similar issues or facts.

Infraction

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