Multiple Choice
What would be an example of a "precipitating factor" as defined in Neil Smelser's theory of social movements?
A) the overthrow of Libyan leader Muammar al-Gaddafi
B) demonstration and riots in Tunisia
C) the spread of social movements labeled the Arab Spring
D) Tunisian street vendor Mohamed Bouazizi setting himself on fire in protest of the local police confiscating his wares
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