Wave Characteristics Lesson

What is the primary characteristic of a wave in social movements?

• Amplitude

• Frequency

• Momentum

• Collective action

Which of the following best describes the 'frequency' of social waves?

• The number of participants

• The speed of change

• The regularity of events

• The intensity of emotions

In the context of social studies, what does the 'amplitude' of a wave represent?

• The strength of the movement

• The duration of the movement

• The diversity of participants

• The geographical spread

What is a 'wave' in the context of social change?

• A sudden increase in population

• A series of events leading to change

• A new technological advancement

• A cultural tradition

Which factor is most likely to increase the 'wavelength' of a social movement?

• Increased media coverage

• Decreased public interest

• Government intervention

• Economic stability

What role does 'momentum' play in social waves?

• It determines the starting point

• It sustains the movement

• It ends the movement

• It weakens the movement

How does 'resonance' affect social movements?

• It amplifies the movement

• It diminishes the movement

• It changes the direction

• It stops the movement

What is the 'crest' of a social wave?

• The peak of public interest

• The lowest point of support

• The starting point

• The end point

Which of the following is an example of a 'trough' in a social wave?

• A peak in activism

• A decline in participation

• A surge in funding

• A rise in awareness

What does the 'speed' of a social wave indicate?

• The rapidity of change

• The number of participants

• The geographical spread

• The duration of the movement