Environmental Justice in West Virginia Coalfields

<p>Exploring the psychological and social factors contributing to public apathy. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They believe that their actions will not make a difference. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To investigate the factors that contribute to public apathy in the face of environmental injustice. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sympathetic and understanding. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Change is unlikely without significant efforts from both individuals and institutions. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The author's personal journey to understand social injustice (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The presence of black mucous after blowing their nose (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Asthma (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Underground coal mining (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Their homes were not within the required angle of the mining operations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A chronic respiratory disease caused by inhaling coal dust (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They dedicated the next 15 years to helping others (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The author was unfamiliar with poverty and social injustices (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ethnographic fieldwork (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Examining the barriers to citizen engagement in the environmental justice movement (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Southern West Virginia (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A relatively small number of participants from the affected population (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Collecting photographs and narratives about their experiences in coal-mining communities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To understand how their perspectives and experiences might have changed over time (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Lack of financial resources (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A case study (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They have brought new resources and perspectives to the movement, leading to a greater understanding of the issues. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The risk of the movement losing its focus on local issues and becoming dominated by national concerns. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The increased visibility of the movement and its concerns to a broader audience. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Local people feel that the movement has become too focused on national issues. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It shifts the focus of the movement away from local issues and toward national concerns. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It has increased awareness of the issue and brought new participants to the movement. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Reconciling the interests of local residents with those of national environmental groups. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increased resources and expertise available to the movement. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A lack of awareness about environmental issues (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To enhance the image of the coal industry and its impact on the region (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The traditional and idealized concept of masculinity in a particular region (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Creating a perception of grassroots support for the coal industry (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The coal industry has successfully manipulated the public perception of its environmental impact (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>These efforts undermine the social and political movements aimed at environmental justice (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Influence over educational institutions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The industry is attempting to deceive the public about its environmental record (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The potential connection between coal waste contamination and the high rates of cancer and other illnesses. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Coal slurry, a mixture of water and coal particles. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It highlights the shared experience of health issues within the community. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To eliminate harmful impurities and substances from the coal before it is burned. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To highlight the potential impact of coal mining on the environment and health. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They had previously attributed their health issues to factors other than coal waste. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It sparked public outcry and calls for stricter environmental regulations. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To illustrate the impact of coal waste contamination on a specific community. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Byproduct of coal cleaning, including sulfur and rock.

High rates of cancer and other illnesses linked to water contamination.

Resident of Prenter who shared concerns about community health.

A coal-mining community affected by water contamination.

Water polluted with harmful substances, posing health risks.

Liquid waste formed during coal processing.

Health problems experienced by a group, often linked to environment.

Method to remove non-combustible materials from coal.

The process of organizing small groups for collective action.

Creating unity among individuals with shared interests or goals.

A social movement seeking to address environmental inequalities.

Obstacles that prevent people from joining or supporting movements.

A participatory research method using photography to capture community issues.

A method to analyze visible areas from a specific viewpoint.

Comprehensive, qualitative interviews gathering detailed personal insights.

A research method for systematically analyzing communication materials.

Negative health outcomes linked to pollution exposure.

Inequitable distribution of environmental hazards in communities.

Regions where coal mining occurs, often facing pollution issues.

Local efforts organized by community members advocating for change.

The pursuit of equality and fairness in society, especially regarding rights.

Industries responsible for environmental harm and health hazards.

How residents react to environmental injustices in their area.

Shared sense of belonging among a group, influencing movement perceptions.

Difference between community members and those from outside the area joining a movement.

When a local cause is perceived as influenced or dominated by external actors.

A mining practice that removes the summit of mountains to access coal.

Increased visibility from media can alter perceptions and dynamics of social movements.

Conflicting challenges faced by social movements regarding identity and support.

Involvement of outside individuals or groups can strengthen movements but may alter local dynamics.

Inhalation of fine particles from coal, leading to health issues.

A long-term respiratory condition causing difficulty in breathing.

A respiratory condition caused by coal dust, also known as pneumonoconiosis.

Rehabilitation of homes affected by coal mining damages.

Criteria that determine if homeowners are compensated for mining damages.

A region known for coal mining, facing social and environmental issues.

Destruction or deterioration of land and homes due to mining activities.

Negative health effects experienced by communities due to coal mining.

A dominant form of masculinity that creates barriers to gender equality and social participation.

The alignment of personal identity with collective social movements or identities.

Efforts by influential groups to shape public perception and cultural beliefs.

A faux-grassroots group created by the coal industry to promote its interests and image.

The practice of misleading consumers about environmental practices of companies.

The process of changing awareness and understanding of social or environmental issues.

Residents living in coal mining areas, often affected by its environmental and social impacts.