Frequently, Mass Activism Degenerates into Mob Scenes in Which a Small

question 21

Multiple Choice

Frequently, mass activism degenerates into mob scenes in which a small number feel that the rights of others do not matter as much as their own emotional views. Once a peaceful protest turns ugly, it

• A) embodies the very heart of democracy.
• B) is the natural display of contention between pluralism and the elite theories.
• C) chills democratic freedom as peaceful protestors become scared off by aggressive rioters.
• D) demonstrates the importance of the elites in democracy.

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A deep valley formed through the prolonged action of a stream cutting through the terrain, often displaying steep sides.

Downcutting

A process by which a stream or river erodes its bed, deepening it over time, often leading to the formation of canyons or valleys.

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A condition of a system in approximate steady state where there is a balanced inflow and outflow of materials.

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