Victoria Glebe

Response Questions Chapter One

Due Wed November 5, 2014 - Class time
1. How can the revolution in Tunisia (or any of the other
examples of social movements in the chapter) be seen as
a reflection of Globalization? Give examples.
The revolution in Tunisia is seen as a reflection of Globalization
because of the people and different cultures it is affecting. It has a
wide impact and many of the issue are under the radar, you have to
look to see them. Another way this shows globalization is how a
revolution requires and integration of people and ideas, you have to
have conflicting views in order to make change.
2. Are there any points of comparison between Deos
struggles in the Strength of What Remains and the
struggles of Malek or his comrades?
Yes there are similar struggles between Malek and his comrades and
Deo. Both were struggling t survive in a rapidly changing world; where
they were in constant danger from those around them. They had to be
very careful of what they said in public for the consequences of what
could happen if they wrong people heard them. They are also similar
for the passion they have for change. Another connection I found was
that they were both students when they began to make changes, and
that the student body was a powerful driving force behind the
revolution and in Deos case, took the brunt of the genocide killings. To
leave their country better for others then what they had to live in.
3. What lessons can be taken from the chapter about
revolution and revolutionary behavior?
From this chapter I learned that revolution is not all done in the
open. There are a lot of small steps that have to be taken first. For
example, as Malek said, just being aware of what was not being said,
and noticing what wasnt happening. This leads to awareness of the
real issues and what has to be dealt with and how. There is a lot of
strategy involved and fighting done with many different leaders and in
varying ways. There are many people involved, some of which you
wouldnt expect to step up. It takes a lot of people to make a change,
and it is a constant battle with many failed attempts.

4. Please write a question about anything related to the

chapter to ask in class.
I would like to know how this revolution is being dealt with currently.
What is the state that Tunisia is in today?