Agitation and Control

Question 1

exists when (1) people outside the normal decision-making establishment (2) advocate significant social change and (3) encounter a degree of resistance within the establishment such as to require more than the normal discursive means of persuasion.

Answer 1

Agitation

Question 2

refers to the response of the decision-making establishment to agitation.” (p. 3-4)

Answer 2

Control

Question 3

An individual has power over another when he or she can influence the other’s behavior. Changes in the distribution of power are the main goals of most agitating groups

The ability to control events and meanings

Answer 3

Power

Question 4

authority of a position

Answer 4

Legitimate power

Question 5

Use of punishments and threats

Answer 5

Coercive Power

Question 6

Ability to give something of value in exchange for desired behaviors

Answer 6

Rewards Power

Question 7

Based on skill and competence

Answer 7

Expert power

Question 8

From feelings of admiration, affection, and loyalty

Answer 8

Referent Power