Chapter 2 Key Terms

Question 1

Adherence to Collective Norms

Answer 1

Faithful Observance of the norms or standereds imposed on members of a group as a condition of membership in the group. These norms can relate to conduct, values, or appearance.

Question 2

Collective Interest

Answer 2

The set of interests that members of a group have in common.

Question 3

Collective Responsibility

Answer 3

Holding a whole group or collective responsible for the actions of individuals (or individual groups) within the group or collective.

Question 4

Collectivism

Answer 4

A current of thinking that values the goals of the group an the common good over the goals of any individual.

Question 5

Common Good

Answer 5

The good of the community; something that benifits the public health, safety, and/or well being of society as a whole.

Question 6

Competition

Answer 6

The actor an instance of competing or contending with others. Competition is seen as an incentive for individuals and groups to work harder and more efficently.

Question 7

Co-operation

Answer 7

Working together to the same end; a principle emphasized by collectivist ideologies.

Question 8

Economic Equality

Answer 8

A principle common to collectivist ideologies which can have a different meaning depending on the person or the ideology.

Question 9

Economic Freedom

Answer 9

The freedom to buy what you want and to sell your labour, idea, or product to whomever you wish.

Question 10

Individualism

Answer 10

A current of thinking that values the freedom and worth of the individual, sometimes over the security and harmony of the group.

Question 11

Individual Rights and Freedoms

Answer 11

A key principle of individualism and an important feature of liberal democracies.

Question 12

Liberalism

Answer 12

A collection of ideologies all commited to the principle of dignity and freedom of the individual as the foundation of society.