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Which of the following is NOT one of the six basic preconditions for collective behavior as identified by Neil Smelser?

A
structural conduciveness
B
emergent-norm
C
structural strain
D
mobilization
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The contagion theory describes how

A
propaganda affects collective behavior.
B
emotions encourage people toward collective action.
C
public opinion shapes collective behavior.
D
resources encourage people toward collective action.
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Please select the word from the list that best fits the definition

A
reactionary movement
B
urban legends
C
social movement
D
revolutionary movement
E
collective behavior
F
public opinion
G
relative deprivation theory
4

Fads never die out.

A
T
B
F
5

A unique feature of rumors is that

A
they are always untrue.
B
they teach moral lessons.
C
they change as they are passed from person to person.
D
they are short-lived.
6

Interaction among members of collectivities is direct and long-lasting.

A
T
B
F
7

Panics occur in everyday situations.

A
T
B
F
8

Please select the word from the list that best fits the definition

A
crowd
B
social movement
C
revolutionary movement
D
public
E
mob
F
collectivity
9

Collective behavior is easy to study.

A
T
B
F
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Which of the following is NOT subject to rapid and continual change?

A
fads
B
fashions
C
urban legends
D
public opinion

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