....Isms Flashcards
What is socialism?
The idea that all people in society should have equal opportunity and share in the wealth that is created in the economy
What is imperialism?
The geographic expansion and domination of one state or people over another
What is nationalism?
A strong identification with a nation or a particular national identity
What is egalitarianism?
The idea that all people are equal and deserve equal rights and opportunities
What is capitalism?
An economic and political system in which a country trade and industry are controlled by private owners for profit, rather than the state
What is Darwinism?
The set of ideas and concepts that explain how all plant, animals and human life on Earth began from simpler lifer forms and changed over millions of years
What is chartism?
A British working class movement that took place in the 1830s and called for primarily for political reform
Which key event was an example of socialism?
The Russian Revolution
Which key events were an example of chartism?
The Gold Rush and Eureka Rebellion
Which key events were an example of egalitarianism?
The French Revolution and Slavery Abolition Act passed in Britain
Which key events were an example of imperialism?
The Seven Years War, The First Fleet and The Scramble for Africa
Which key events were an example of nationalism?
American War of Independence, American Civil War, End of Slavery in America, Creation of Germany as a Nation, Federation, World War I, ANZAC’s and Gallipoli
