The stage of a social movement in which the context for the movement is set is the ___________ stage:
A) preliminary
B) popularization
C) institutionalized
D) fragmentation

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The preliminary stage of a social movement is when the context for the movement is established, including identifying grievances, potential allies, and targets of the movement. It is the early exploration and identification of the issues that will drive the movement forward. The popularization stage involves gaining widespread support and attention, the institutionalized stage involves the movement becoming established and recognized within society, and the fragmentation stage involves disagreements or splintering within the movement.

The Stage of a Social Movement in Which the Context