25 MCQ on Social Action (strategies and tactics)

1. What is social action? a) A movement advocating for individual rights b) Collective efforts to bring about social change c) A campaign promoting consumer products d) Personal hobbies and interests Correct Answer: b) Collective efforts to bring about social change

2. Which of the following is a strategy for social action? a) Lobbying and advocacy b) Personal development programs c) Consumer advertising d) Individual lifestyle choices Correct Answer: a) Lobbying and advocacy

3. Which tactic involves gathering signatures and support for a cause? a) Direct action b) Community organizing c) Petitioning d) Civil disobedience Correct Answer: c) Petitioning

4. A sit-in is an example of which tactic for social action? a) Civil disobedience b) Online activism c) Public education campaigns d) Social entrepreneurship Correct Answer: a) Civil disobedience

5. What does "grassroots organizing" in social action refer to? a) Government-led initiatives b) Mobilization of local communities c) Corporate sponsorships d) International partnerships Correct Answer: b) Mobilization of local communities

6. Which strategy involves using media to disseminate information and shape public opinion? a) Media advocacy b) Consumer boycotts c) Online petitions d) Cultural exchange programs Correct Answer: a) Media advocacy

7. What does "boycott" mean in the context of social action? a) A form of nonviolent protest by refusing to use or buy certain products or services b) A tactic of physically confronting authorities c) A strategy for gaining political power d) An approach to public education Correct Answer: a) A form of nonviolent protest by refusing to use or buy certain products or services

8. Which tactic aims to disrupt the normal functioning of institutions or systems? a) Civil disobedience b) Legal action c) Public speaking d) Fundraising events Correct Answer: a) Civil disobedience

9. What is a key element of successful social action campaigns? a) Silent protests b) Broad community support and engagement c) Violence and aggression d) Limited public awareness Correct Answer: b) Broad community support and engagement

10. Which strategy emphasizes empowering individuals and communities to create change? a) Capacity building b) Top-down approach c) Defensive strategy d) Elitist mobilization Correct Answer: a) Capacity building

11. Which tactic involves engaging with lawmakers to influence policy decisions? a) Advocacy and lobbying b) Street protests c) Online petitions d) Community service projects Correct Answer: a) Advocacy and lobbying

12. Which strategy aims to address the root causes of social issues through policy change? a) Systemic change b) Public awareness campaigns c) Direct action d) Community organizing Correct Answer: a) Systemic change

13. What is the disadvantage of online activism as a tactic? a) Limited reach and impact b) Cost-prohibitive c) Difficulty in organizing d) Lack of immediacy Correct Answer: a) Limited reach and impact

14. What is a characteristic of nonviolent direct action as a tactic? a) Use of physical force to achieve goals b) Passive resistance and civil disobedience c) Military intervention d) Coercive measures against opponents Correct Answer: b) Passive resistance and civil disobedience

15. What strategy involves forming alliances and partnerships with other organizations or groups? a) Coalition building b) Isolationism c) Individual activism d) Political opportunism 

Correct Answer: a) Collaboration with diverse groups for a common goal

16. What is a common tactic used in community organizing for social change? a) Street protests b) Petitioning c) Mass media campaigns d) Lobbying politicians Correct Answer: b) Petitioning

17. Which strategy involves creating social change through investment in socially and environmentally responsible businesses? a) Social entrepreneurship b) Consumer boycotts c) Direct action d) Public education campaigns Correct Answer: a) Social entrepreneurship

18. What tactic involves using peaceful demonstrations to raise awareness and pressure for change? a) Civil disobedience b) Online activism c) Grassroots organizing d) Consumer boycotts Correct Answer: a) Civil disobedience

19. Which strategy aims to change laws and policies to address social issues? a) Policy advocacy b) Artistic expression c) Personal empowerment d) Cultural assimilation Correct Answer: a) Policy advocacy

20. What is a characteristic of "bottom-up" approaches in social action strategies? a) Decision-making by a centralized authority b) Mobilization of individuals and local communities c) Emphasis on top-level government interventions d) Reliance on corporate sponsorships Correct Answer: b) Mobilization of individuals and local communities

21. Which tactic involves intentionally breaking laws to challenge unjust rules and policies? a) Civil disobedience b) Lobbying c) Public education campaigns d) Grassroots organizing Correct Answer: a) Civil disobedience

22. What is a potential drawback of direct action as a tactic for social change? a) Potential for legal consequences b) High cost of implementation c) Slow response time d) Limited public engagement Correct Answer: a) Potential for legal consequences

23. Which strategy emphasizes changing attitudes and beliefs to create social change? a) Social marketing b) Systemic change c) Defensive strategy d) Elitist mobilization Correct Answer: a) Social marketing

24. What is a common tactic in online activism for raising awareness and mobilizing support? a) Social media campaigns b) Civil disobedience c) Street protests d) Community organizing Correct Answer: a) Social media campaigns

25. What is a characteristic of "coalition building" as a strategy? a) Collaboration with diverse groups for a common goal b) Exclusive membership and closed-door meetings c) Use of aggressive tactics to achieve objectives d) Focus on individual actions for change Correct Answer: a) Collaboration with diverse groups for a common goal