Question

Revolutions happen primarily _____________________________________________________. Select one:

a. anarchic environments in which no social or political hierarchy exists
b. only in dystopian environments outside the United States
c. hierarchical environments where those at the top maintain the status quo out of self-interest
d. only in violent environments, as there is no such thing as a nonviolent revolution

Answer 1

c. Hierarchical environments where those at the top maintain the status quo out of self-interest.

Step-by-step explanation:

This is usually the type of environments that give rise to revolutions. One of the most important factors in encouraging a revolution is the presence of inequality. Revolutions most often happen when a group feels disadvantaged and thinks that the system it is living under is unjust. For this to happen, you generally need the presence of a wealthier or more powerful group at the top. Moreover, this group must be exclusive, and interested in maintaining the status quo in order to benefit itself.