Exam 18: Politics and Social Movements

As a result of the Occupy Movement, the issue of class conflict has been dismissed in the political realms.

What part of society is civil society?

Andrea's assignment was to research Max Weber's three bases of authority and present her findings to the class. Which one of the following would Andrea NOT be researching and including in her presentation?

The provincial teachers' contract was expiring in two months time and at union meetings it was proposed that all members be ready to strike if the government did not agree with their new contract demands. A number of teachers argued that this was not the time for excessive demands, given the likelihood of their demands being rejected. Which of the following would explain this assertion?

The "coercive apparatus of the state" refers to the police and military.

The globalization of social movements is facilitated by travel and communication with like-minded activists from other countries.

Which of the following is concerned with the struggle for the acquisition of constantly broadening citizenship rights?

How have social movements in "the other 85 percent" of the world developed differently from those in industrialized countries?

Which of the following theorists would say that the distribution of power in society changes significantly and frequently?

Dariya was arrested when she was found spray-painting protest messages on the walls of a new factory that was approved by the local government. Which branch of government will decide how to deal with Dariya's actions?

The high rate of nonvoting in the United States is a result of the current distribution of power.

What observation concerning political involvement is supported by numerous surveys?

At a rally in Smalltown, Canada, Ryan spoke at great length about the unjust treatment of the employees at the ABC factory, such as 8-hour shifts with no breaks, the mandatory 12-to-14 hour workdays, and the negative impacts on family life. Although Taliba did not work at the factory, he was raising issues of direct concern to her, since both her dad and brother worked there. Why would Taliba join this protest?

According to pluralists, what type of society do we inhabit?

What is "normal" politics?

In 2008, the Conservative federal government released a "green plan" calling for a 20 percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. This was done to stem criticism by the Liberal opposition about government inaction on the environment. Which theoretical perspective has an analysis of governing action that fits this example?

At a rally in his small African village, Arapmoi passionately argues that all villagers should have the right to freely express themselves, the right to choose what religion they would like to practise, and justice before the law. What is Arapmoi promoting?

What have studies by Clement, Olsen, and Brym shown about Canada's elites?

Apathy Is Boring is a nonprofit organization that promotes civic responsibility, including exercising the right to vote. According to Apathy Is Boring, democracy can't work for people unless the people understand it and get out and vote. Which theorists would endorse this organization?

Looking at Canada, which theory describes best our society: pluralism or elite theory? Why? Could a Marxist theory better account for our politics?