Some argue that social movements occur when environmental problems get so bad that people get angry and band together to fight for social change

Some argue that social movements occur when environmental problems get so bad that people get angry and band together to fight for social change. Historically, have grievances produced successful social movements? Why or why not? Explain.

Short answer questions (3-5 sentences):

What does the base and superstructure refer to? What is the argument being made?

What is civil society? How is it related to social movements?

Compare and contrast “top down” and “bottom up” approaches to governance. What are the pros and cons of each approach? Provide one example of each.

Medium length questions (1-2 brief paragraphs):

Describe the three requirements for social movements? Give examples of each from the Green Peace video.

Compare and contrast Political economy and Political Ecology frameworks. Address the role power plays in these frameworks.

Briefly describe Malthus’ argument on population? What are the three critiques of Malthus? Describe ONE in detail. (note: please don’t just copy and paste the slide of one of the critiques. Explain in your own words).

Short Essay (approximately 3 paragraphs) (22 points):

Social movements are concerned with resource mobilization, framing, and political opportunities. Describe each one of these factors and explain the ways they affect the success of social movements. Be specific and provide examples!