Social Movement Theories
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What is the main criticism of resource mobilization theory by the political process model?

  • It neglects the role of formal organizations
  • It is too focused on political opportunity structures
  • It is too apolitical and presents a static model of collective action (correct)
  • It is too focused on individual psychology

    • What is the primary focus of resource mobilization theorists?

  • The role of formal organizations in mobilizing resources (correct)
  • The role of psychological factors in social movements
  • The historical development of social movements
  • The impact of social movements on individual behavior

    • What is the key concept in the political process model?

  • Collective behavior
  • Political opportunity structure (correct)
  • Rational choice theory
  • Resource mobilization

    • What is the primary alternative to resource mobilization theory presented in the chapter?

    <p>The political process model</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two case studies used to illustrate the concept of political opportunity structure?

    <p>New Zealand’s anti-nuclear weapons movement and US anti-corporate activism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the set of tactics used by social movements?

    <p>Repertoires of contention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main critique of classical approaches to social movements by the political process model?

    <p>They present social movements as psychological phenomena</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of a social movement's incorporation into the formal political establishment?

    <p>Compromised movement goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did black churches play in the civil rights movement in America?

    <p>Supplying organizational networks and resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe periods of intense collective action?

    <p>Cycles of protest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept did the black movement provide to other movements in the same protest cycle?

    <p>A master frame around equal rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of the 'cultural turn' on resource mobilization theory?

    <p>It resulted in an emphasis on framing processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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