Which of the following statements is true of social movements?
A) They are initiated solely for the purpose of generating a social change.
B) They involve a lot of face-to-face interaction.
C) They have the same characteristics as the other forms of collective behavior.
D) They are goal-oriented and can have a lasting impact on society.
E) They are unstructured and spontaneous.
Question 2
Which of the following statements best defines a riot?
A) It is a collective flight, often irrational, from a real or perceived danger.
B) It is a fashion that spreads rapidly and enthusiastically but lasts only a short time.
C) It is a loose collection of people who have little in common except for participating in a common event.
D) It is a widespread opinion of people on a particular issue.
E) It is a violent crowd that directs its hostility at a wide and shifting range of targets.
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