Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

Social 30-1 > Related Issue 1 > Flashcards

Related Issue 1 Flashcards

1
Q

What do most ideologies end in?

A

-ism

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

What is ideology?

A

A system of beliefs that we use to explain our view of the world

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

What does ideology refer to in politics?

A

The ideas, principles and ethics that a political system is based

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

What is individualism?

A

Emphasis on individual group values such as independence, self-interest, competition, individual rights and freedoms, rule of law, private property, economic freedom

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

What is economic individualism?

A

Economic freedom, self interest and competition

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

What is Collectivism?

A

Emphasis on the collective or group values such as collective responsibility, collective interests, co-operation, economic equality, adherence to collective norms, and public property

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

What is totalitarianism?

A

Terror and violence in collectivism

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

What are some values in collectivism?

A
  • The group is more important than the individual
  • It is important to contribute and be like the group
  • The strength of the group relies on the contributions of everyone and the individual may need to sacrifice
  • The entire group is responsible for members actions
  • Co-operation is best
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

What are values of individualism?

A
  • Individuals are important and entitles to make decisions
  • Individuals should take initiative and value personal achievements
  • The individual is responsible for his or her own welfare
  • Laws should protect individual rights
  • Private property and wealth are valued
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

Where is collectivism on the political spectrum?

A

To the left

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q

Where is individualism on the political spectrum?

A

To the right

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q

Which two systems of government are under collectivism?

A

Liberal and Radical

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q

Which two systems of government are under individualism?

A

Conservative and Reactionary

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
14
Q

What does left wing imply?

A

Collectivism, economic equality and government intervention

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
15
Q

What does right wing imply?

A

Individualism, economic liberty and laissez faire government

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
16
Q

Which dictator was right wing?

A

Hitler -Fascism

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
17
Q

Which dictator was left wing?

A

Stalin -Communism

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
18
Q

What is a Radical?

A

A political extremist -instant change

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
19
Q

What is a liberal?

A

A person who favors reform, especially in government, economics, and religion and who prefers democratic forms of government in a constitutional state

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
20
Q

What is a moderate?

A

A political “middle of the roader” who believes in compromise or balance, gradual change

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
21
Q

What does conservative mean?

A

A philosophy that advocates institutions and traditional practices that have developed organically. This emphasizes stability and continuity

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
22
Q

What does reactionary mean?

A

Any political or social movement or ideology that seeks to return to a previous state- the status quo

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
23
Q

What factors influence collective and individual beliefs and values?

A
  • Religion and spirituality
  • Gender
  • Relationship to the land
  • Environment
  • Media
  • Language and ideology
  • Family
  • Culture
  • Government
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
24
Q

What are themes?

A

Foundations on which people base their beliefs

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
25
What are the themes of ideology?
``` Nation Class Race Relationship to land and environment Gender Religion ```
26
Who was Tommy Douglas?
A MP in Saskatchewan who brought public healthcare. He was a collectivist
27
Who was Milton Friedman?
An individualist who likes self-interest economically
28
Who was Ovide Mercredi?
A collectivist who was also chair of the Assembly of First Nations
29
Who were the 3 philosophers that shaped western ideology?
Thomas Hobbes John Locke Jean-Jacques Rousseau
30
What era did Thomas Hobbes live in?
The enlightenment period
31
What did Thomas Hobbes believe?
Extreme individualism is the problem to avoid war individuals should surrender their rights to a higher authority like a monarch or dictator. This was called Leviathan
32
What era did John Locke live in?
The period after the enlightenment
33
Who disagreed with Hobbes?
John Lock
34
What did John Locke believe?
That people were rational, intelligent, and reasonable. All humans were created equal and had natural rights that could not be taken away. The government should interfere as little as possible
35
What natural rights did John Locke believe people had?
The right to live and the right to have property
36
Who said "the state can tax but only if the people agree?"
John Locke
37
What did Jean Jacques-Rousseau believe?
He believed that people are generally good and that man is corrupted by society. Also believed in the social contract, and that man serves his own good by serving the common good
38
What is the Social contract?
The theory that government can not wield its authority by force alone but must have written consent of the governed
39
What are the 3 main parts of society?
Informal social structure; Hierarchy Economic structure Political structure
40
What are the 3 types of beliefs and values in society?
Economic Structures Political structures Informal social structures
41
What are economic structures in society?
An economic system or approach to decision making for a particular country or society such as operating according to communism or capitalism or choosing to provide health care or private hospitals
42
What are informal structures in society?
The unwritten rules about acceptable social behavior and actions. These evolve and change constantly
43
What do capitalists believe about the economy?
Prices and wages should be set by the free market, that is by supply and demand
44
What do communists believe about the economy?
That the government has an obligation to make sure that all citizens are provided for within a country. Believes that govt should help distribute resources
45
What is to the left of the economic spectrum?
Communism
46
What is to the right of the economic spectrum?
Capitalism
47
What is a good citizen under democracy?
A good citizen is one who can disagree and challenge the govt
48
What is a good citizen under a non-democratic society?
One who agrees with or obeys the government
49
What are the characteristics of individualism?
- Lack of restraint on the freedom of individuals - Government does not interfere with the way individuals conduct themselves - Liberal ideology
50
What are liberal ideologies?
Those that support individualism within the framework of politics in society
51
What are the six principles of individualism?
``` Rule of Law Individual rights and freedoms Private property Economic Freedom Self-interest Competition ```
52
What is the rule of law?
In liberal society (individualism) nobody is above the law
53
What are the conditions of rights and freedoms of individuals under liberal society (individualism)?
Liberal societies guaranteed certain rights and freedoms to their citizens, citizens are free to pursue their own interests
54
What are the conditions of property in liberal (individualism) societies?
Citizens may own private property. Unless people are invited to do so other people are not allowed to trespass on private property
55
What are the conditions of economic freedom in liberal (individual) societies?
The freedom to buy or sell what you want with little govt intervention
56
What are free markets?
Limited govt intervention in transactions
57
What is a welfare state?
A capitalist economy but govt interference in ensuring a basic standard of living for its citizens
58
What is entrepreneurialism?
Individuals who take a risk to make a profit
59
What are collectivist societies?
Societies that restrict the freedom of individuals for the good of the whole
60
What are the principles of collectivism?
``` Adherence to collective norms Collective responsibility Collective interest Public property Co-operation Economic equality ```
61
How may governments foster economic equality in collectivism?
Through a progressive tax system
62
What is a progressive tax system?
Paying according to what you make
63
What is property like under collectivism?
There isn't much private property, if their is, the property is subordinate to those of the community
64
What is collective responsibility?
Under collectivism, holding the whole group responsible for the actions of one
65
What types of governments do modern societies use?
The use individualism and collectivism
66
What does entrepreneurialism do for society?
Create trigger industries
67
What do modern liberal democracies have?
Individualists and collective values used side by side
68
What is Kibbutz?
Collectivist societies in Israel where property is collectively owned and agricultural output

Social 30-1 (20 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2025 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions