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Pineappleeh

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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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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

E



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