Which social movement theory emphasizes that during times of economic prosperity, businesses and charities have more discretionary income, so they can support social movements, but when discretionary income declines, so does involvement in social
movements?
a. relative deprivation theory
b. mass society theory
c. Smelser’s structural strain theory
d. resource-mobilization theory
Answer: D
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a. Political Revolution b. Urbanization c. Colonialization d. The Rise of Capitalism
According to C. Wright Mills, an alliance of economic, military, and political power could result in a: a. permanent war economy. b. power elite
c. military consumers. d. defense society.
Who created the Family Life Cycle Theory?
A. Kerri Littlewood B. Tania Marrero C. Hill and McCubbin D. None of the above
Which of the following examples of social networks helps people find jobs, houses, spouses, and more?
A. social capital B. safety nets C. havens D. bandages