Social Movement

Think of any social issue and a social movement related to that issue that is important to you and address the following:

Give a brief history behind this movement. Why is it an important issue? What type of social movement is it ? ( Explain whether it is -(alternative, redemptive, reformative or  revolutionary (refer to pp.299-300 from our text) After researching your chosen movement- describe the participants in regard to age, race and gender- how do they identify  themselves?( Describe signs, banners or clothing that people are wearing).

Would you participate in this movement- explain why? Do you believe that your participation in this protest or social movement would be more symbolic or cathartic (change the world)? Explain. 

The assignment should be 2-3 pages (max.), apply MLA formatting (such as double spacing, citations if applicable).

Students should refrain from personal opinions unless it is based upon objective facts. It must be detailed; at least two-three paragraphs (5-7 sentences each). If there is more than one part to a question, you must answer all parts of the question.