What is the role of pressure groups, protest groups and social movements?
What is the role of pressure groups, protest groups and social movements?
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- In this lesson, we will explore different groups that aim to create positive change in society. We will consider the role of pressure groups and how they influence change. We will then go on to look at examples of protest groups and social movements and the methods they use in campaigning for change.
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5 Questions
Q1.
True or false, 'Democracy' comes from the Latin words 'demos' meaning people, and 'kratos' meaning power?
True
Q2.
True or false, the UK is a democratic country where the people choose who represents them in Parliament?
False
Q3.
Which of the following BEST describes the key characteristics of the media in a democracy?
Censored by the government
Controlled by the government
Does not take responsibility for their actions
Q4.
Which of these would NOT lead to effective action?
A cause lots of people feel passionate about
Media backing
Public support
Q5.
On which of the following issues has Marcus Rashford successfully campaigned?
Animal Rights
Equal pay
School uniform
5 Questions
Q1.
A pressure group is
A group of people shouting the street
A group of people who run a charity
Q2.
Which one of these is not a form of pressure group?
Insider
Issue
Outsider
Q3.
True or false: a social movement only involves a small number of people campaigning.
True
Q4.
True or false: the Stop the War Protest Group was successful.
True
Q5.
Which of these are not a method of a pressure group?
Letter writing and emailing campaigns
Lobbying politicians
Marches
Petitions