Lecture Notes: Protest and Social Movements

Vocabulary flashcards covering German terms related to protests and social movements, based on the provided lecture notes. Each card features a German term and its English definition or context.

Demonstration

A public display of protest or support for a cause.

Kundgebung

A rally or public meeting.

Protestzug

A protest march.

Mahnwache

A vigil.

Demonstranten

Protesters.

Aktivistinnen

Young female activists.

Gegendemonstranten

Counter-protesters.

Bewegung

A movement.

Ziviler Ungehorsam

Civil disobedience.

Streik

A strike.

Blockade

A blockade.

Ausschreitungen

Riots or disturbances.

Demonstrationsrecht

The right to protest.

Genehmigung

Official authorization or permit.

Polizeiaufgebot

A massive police presence.

Wasserwerfer

Water cannons.

Tränengas

Tear gas.

Festnahmen

Arrests.

friedlich verlaufen

To proceed peacefully (e.g., protests).

eskalieren

To escalate (e.g., a situation).

Gewaltanwendung

The use of force.

gesellschaftlicher Wandel

Social change.