The Activism of the 1960s Ran into Roadblocks in the 1970s,which

question 8

Multiple Choice

The activism of the 1960s ran into roadblocks in the 1970s,which included all of the following, except

• A) The economic boom of the 1960s had turned into a recession.
• B) Ethnic groups seemed poised to fracture any national unity the struggle for black civil rights had initially created.
• C) American politics had reached its limits - and arguably its low - in credibility.
• D) A conservative movement began to push back against the demands of women and minorities.
• E) Some civil rights activists believed they had achieved most of their goals and disagreed with other activists over the need for further agitation.

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Definitions:

Socio-Historical Context

Refers to the combined social and historical factors that influence and shape behaviors, events, and perceptions at a specific time.

Participant-Equalisation Effect

A phenomenon where participants in a study may perceive less inequality or feel more equal to others as a result of the study's conditions.

Ethnolinguistic Vitality

The ability of a language and culture to maintain and sustain itself over time, influenced by factors such as community support, use in public life, and transmission to future generations.

Intimacy Equilibrium Theory

The theory that relationships are maintained through a balance of personal disclosures and closeness, adjusting the level of intimacy to maintain relational stability.