Popular Resistance to an Authoritarian State in the Postwar World

question 1

Multiple Choice

Popular resistance to an authoritarian state in the postwar world was not reflected by

• A) a series of strikes by teachers and railroad workers led by Demetrio Vallejo.
• B) a riot of working class fans at the funeral of Pedro Infante, a popular singer and film star.
• C) the automobile workers' 1965 strike against General Motors of Mexico.
• D) the increasing popularity of rock n' roll among Mexican youth.

Understand and evaluate the staples thesis and its implications for Canada's role in world politics.

Describe the sociological development stages according to Comte, focusing on the Metaphysical Stage.

Distinguish between positivism and anti-positivism in sociological theory.

Interpret Weber's idea of rationalization in modern society and provide contemporary examples.

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Definitions:

Governmental Influence

The extent to which government actions or policies affect the decisions and actions of individuals or organizations.

Compete

To strive against others for the purpose of achieving something, such as a prize or a higher level of achievement, often under conditions of equal footing and rules.

Partnership

A legal form of business operation between two or more individuals who share management and profits.

Protect

To defend or safeguard from harm, danger, or loss, often pertaining to individuals, groups, or entities.