The Creation of Shared Meanings and Definitions That Motivate and Justify

question 45

Multiple Choice

The creation of shared meanings and definitions that motivate and justify collective action by social movements is called its:

• A) cause célèbre.
• B) framing process.
• C) rationalization.
• D) social rationale.
• E) vindication.

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Definitions:

Injunctive Norm

Social norms that are perceived as approved or disapproved behaviors by a society or group, guiding what actions are considered acceptable.

Descriptive Norm

The perceived behavior patterns of a group, serving as a guide to what individuals believe is typical or normal behavior within that group.

Endangered Species

Groups of organisms that are at risk of extinction due to a drastic reduction in their population numbers or a threat to their habitats.

Conversion Theory

A theory concerned with how people change their beliefs or behaviors in response to direct persuasion in a group context.