In late August 2016, a number of people gathered in a Spanish bullfighting arena where, for nearly half an hour, they watched and cheered as a baby bull was tortured and then killed. In sociological terms, this incident is best categorized as ______.
A. collective behavior
B. riot behavior
C. a fad
D. a social movement
Answer: A
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
With regard to education around the world, ___________________________
a. there has been no progress in educational attainment b. educational attainment has increased only for women c. gender gaps in education are greatest when children are young d. children from more affluent families have greater access to educational resources
Gloria is an advocate for anti-drug programs. Since her group is not very powerful and only includes several members, Gloria often suggests using shock tactics to obtain the media's attention (e.g. marching around with before and after pictures of Meth users). Based on this situation, Gloria's group ____________________.
A) is seizing a political opportunity B) has ownership of their issue C) would be classified as outsider claimsmakers D) would be classified as insider claimsmakers
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a. losses. b. retributions. c. costs. d. dysfunctions.