Vocabulary Lesson
Learn & Practice 12 essential Nouns related to Social Movements
Movement
NOUN
A movement is a large group of people working together for a shared goal.
Social media makes it easier for a movement to spread quickly and gain support.
Cause
NOUN
A cause is a reason or goal that people support or fight for, like protecting the environment or fighting for equality.
People often contribute time or money to support a cause they believe in.
Activist
NOUN
An activist is a person who takes action to support or fight for a cause they care about, like speaking up, organizing events, or protesting.
Famous leaders like Martin Luther King Jr. were influential activists.
Grassroots
NOUN
Grassroots refers to a movement or campaign that is started by ordinary people, rather than by organizations or institutions.
Grassroots initiatives, like local environmental clean-ups, often rely on volunteers and donations.
Protest
NOUN
A protest is a gathering of people to express disagreement publicly.
A protest often includes signs, chants, and speeches.
March
NOUN
A march is a walk by a group to show support for a cause.
A march often takes place in busy areas to attract attention.
Rally
NOUN
A rally is a large meeting to support a cause, with speeches and cheering.
Rallies can take place in parks, streets, or public buildings.
Solidarity
NOUN
Solidarity is unity among people with a common interest or cause, creating strength through collective support.
Showing solidarity can be as simple as wearing a pin or sharing a post.
Reform
NOUN
A reform is a change to improve something, often a system or law.
Common reforms include education reform to improve schools or healthcare reform to expand access.
Petition
NOUN
A petition is a document people sign to support a cause.
Large petitions, like those for climate action, can lead to changes in laws, policies, or company practices.
Boycott
NOUN
A boycott is a refusal to buy or use something to protest or show disapproval.
Consumers often organize boycotts, such as those targeting unethical labor practices, to pressure companies to change.
Strike
NOUN
A strike is when workers stop working to demand better pay, conditions, or rights.
Unions usually play a big role in organizing a strike.
