Social class - Marxist

Question 1

Marx

Answer 1

In society the bourgeoisie dominate the proletariat. They use ideology to maintain control by convincing the proletariat that the system is fair - the proletariat suffer false class consciousness - social mobility is therefore very difficult.

Question 2

Evidence

Answer 2

Construction worker salary - £31k a year. To live comfortably in Bristol you need a £39k salary. Shows how the proletariat are being exploited - not being paid enough to live

Question 3

AO3

Answer 3

dismisses other social classes. Middle class groups have grown in size and importance.

Question 4

Evidence

Answer 4

36% of the uk are members of the middle class - 2017 Gov UK