Marxism Flashcards
What term is used to describe the ruling class?
Bourgeoisie
What term is used to describe the working class
Proletariat
What do social bonds/ social solidarity mean?
What holds society together through common interests and shred experiences
What type of theory is Marxism?
Structural Conflict Theory
What type of society did Karl Marx heavily influence?
Communism
Did Marx like Capitalism?
NO
What is the opium of the people?
Religion
False Class Consciousness is…
The idea that people aren’t aware of the full extent of their exploitation because social institutions like religion and education make people accept their oppressed position
What is Alienation?
Being separated from someone’s nature, society or work as a result of exploitation
What did Marx Predict?
A REVOLUTION
Who would suffer as a result of Marx’s prediction?
The bourgeoisie
How many groups did Marx spilt society into?
2
