Fever Model of a Revolution What differences are there between the beginning, the height of the flu, and the end? Describe the progression of an illness like the flu.

Much like an illness, revolutions can also be studied in stages Fever Model of Revolution

Incubation Stage

In an Illness A person becomes infected with illness Symptoms haven’t started In a Revolution Range of long term causes - political, social, economic, intellectual Can fester for years without any action

Symptomatic Stage

In an Illness Starts to show symptoms in an observable way Cough, temperature may rise, may feel weak and queasy In a Revolution Direct action resulting from issues in incubation stage May include publication of works demand change, riots, or other direct responses to problems

Crisis Stage

In an Illness Critical stage Either the fever breaks after getting worse OR The illness gets progressively worse and kills the individual In a Revolution Involves direct conflict - either through debate or a war. Can be prolonged or short Successful revolutions survive this stage - those that don’t are considered failed rebellions.

Convalescence Convalescence Stage

In an Illness The person might be weakened and susceptible to future illnesses The person might recover after a time, with new knowledge and experience that might prevent future illnesses In a Revolution Involves recovery from the Crisis Stage -sometimes taking years Issues that caused revolution are addressed - though everyone may not be satisfied.