Which of the following statements is true of new social movements theory?
A. It is especially interested in "the struggle to liberate the voices of the dispossessed."
B. It became prominent during the 1950s.
C. It proposes that many recent movements promote the welfare of specific groups in particular countries.
D. It does not help people understand how collective behavior crosses international boundaries.
E. It ignores people's altruistic motivations.
Answer: A
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