ideologies Flashcards

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What do socialists believe about human nature?

A

Human nature is not fixed; we are social creatures moulded by experiences and context.

This perspective emphasizes the role of environment in shaping individuals.

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What is the optimism in the view of human nature according to socialists?

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Humans are seen as positive and collective beings.

This belief supports the idea of collaboration for the common good.

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How do humans contribute to society according to socialist beliefs?

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They work together to progress the common good of the community.

This reflects the importance of collective action in achieving societal goals.

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According to Marx, what influences a human’s lack of collective nature?

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Experience in a capitalist society estranges them from their positive nature.

Marx argues that societal conditions can distort human nature.

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What does estranged labour do to man’s nature according to Marx?

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It turns man’s nature and intellect into being alien to him.

This concept highlights the disconnection individuals feel in a capitalist system.

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What do conservatives reject regarding human nature?

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The positive and optimistic view of human nature and its moulding by context

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According to conservatives, what causes individual faults?

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Imperfections as a person

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Is a perfect society attainable according to conservatism?

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No, a perfect society is not attainable

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What do conservatives believe about human cooperation?

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Humans do not seek to work together

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What individual imperfections do conservatives believe hinder collective nature?

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Greed

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What actions do conservatives believe humans are capable of?

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Carrying out evil deeds to the detriment of society

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What type of hierarchy do conservatives believe in?

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A natural hierarchy based on elements such as wealth and intelligence

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What type of government do conservatives advocate for?

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An authoritative government to keep order

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Fill in the blank: Conservatives view society as having a class system based on _______.

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[wealth and intelligence]

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