Bourgeoisie: Rise of the Middle Class
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Which characteristic was historically associated with the bourgeoisie, leading to criticisms against them?

  • Disregard for the welfare of others, prioritizing materialism, and self-interest. (correct)
  • Strict adherence to traditional feudal values and social hierarchies.
  • Advocacy for socialist policies and wealth redistribution.
  • Dedication to public service and philanthropic endeavors.

How do globalization and new technologies impact the role of the bourgeoisie in contemporary society?

  • They diminish the bourgeoisie's influence, leading to their eventual obsolescence.
  • They primarily affect the working class, with minimal impact on the bourgeoisie.
  • They create new avenues for wealth accumulation and redefine the bourgeoisie's societal role. (correct)
  • They reinforce the bourgeoisie's traditional role without significant changes.

What factors influence the definition of 'bourgeoisie'?

  • Only fixed economic criteria such as income and property ownership.
  • Exclusively political affiliations and party memberships.
  • Uniform global standards established by international organizations.
  • The specific historical, cultural, and social context in which the term is used. (correct)

What distinguishes the bourgeoisie from other social classes?

<p>Their essential role in driving economic, political, and social development. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a valid interpretation of the term 'bourgeoisie'?

<p>Entails wealthy business individuals and professionals. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best characterizes the initial social standing of the bourgeoisie in medieval France?

<p>Free inhabitants of towns and cities, engaged in crafts and trade. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The rise of the bourgeoisie was LEAST directly connected to which of the following developments?

<p>The increased power and land ownership of the aristocracy. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor was LEAST influential in accelerating the rise of the bourgeoisie?

<p>Strict enforcement of feudal obligations and serfdom. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is LEAST representative of the values and characteristics typically associated with the bourgeoisie?

<p>Ascribed status based on birth and tradition. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which outcome is LEAST likely to be associated with the rise of the bourgeoisie?

<p>The strengthening of absolute monarchies and feudalism. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the role of the bourgeoisie evolve from the French Revolution to the 20th century?

<p>They transitioned from a revolutionary force to a dominant class. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Marxist critique, what is the fundamental flaw associated with the bourgeoisie?

<p>Their exploitation of the proletariat (working class). (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Considering the factors contributing to the rise of the bourgeoisie, which condition would MOST hinder their advancement?

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Flashcards

Bourgeoisie (Historical)

Historically, the social class that owns the means of production during industrialization.

Criticisms of the Bourgeoisie

Being seen as selfish, materialistic, and indifferent to the well-being of others. Also considered a cause of inequality.

Bourgeoisie (Modern)

Wealthy business people and professionals, or individuals with high education and a comfortable lifestyle.

Evolving Definition

The concept of 'bourgeoisie' varies depending on context, and has changed due to globalization and technology.

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Significance of the Bourgeoisie

A social class driving economic, political, and social development, but whose meaning inspires debate among scholars.

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Bourgeoisie Definition

A social class originating in medieval France, comprising free town dwellers like artisans and merchants, distinct from peasants or aristocracy.

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Rise of the Bourgeoisie

The bourgeoisie rose to prominence in the late Middle Ages, fueled by the growth of towns as commercial centers and the expansion of trade and industry.

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Factors Accelerating Bourgeoisie Rise

Development of trade, growth of towns, technological advancements, spread of education, and decline of feudalism contributed to the rise of the Bourgeoisie.

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Bourgeoisie Characteristics

Wealth derived from trade, industry and banking, education, ambition, individualism, and rational thinking characterized the Bourgeoisie.

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Impact of Bourgeoisie's Rise

The rise of the bourgeoisie led to economic shifts towards capitalism, political changes weakening monarchies, and social changes introducing liberalism and nationalism.

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Bourgeoisie in Revolutions

In the French Revolution, the bourgeoisie played a key role in overthrowing the monarchy. In the 19th century, they became dominant in Europe and North America.

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Marx's Criticism of Bourgeoisie

Karl Marx viewed the bourgeoisie as an exploitative class dependent on the labor of the proletariat (workers).

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What is capitalism?

Capitalism is the developed of the private individuals or businesses who own capital goods.

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Study Notes

  • Ang bourgeoisie ay isang panlipunang uri na nag-uugat sa medieval France.
  • Ito ay binubuo ng mga malayang naninirahan sa bayan, tulad ng mga artisan at mangangalakal.
  • Sila ay hindi kabilang sa mga magsasaka o sa aristokrasya.

Pag-usbong ng Bourgeoisie

  • Ang pag-usbong ng bourgeoisie bilang isang makapangyarihang uri ay nagsimula sa huling bahagi ng Middle Ages.
  • Ito ay konektado sa paglago ng mga bayan at lungsod bilang mga sentro ng komersiyo.
  • Ang paglakas ng kalakalan at industriya ang nagbigay daan sa kanilang pag-unlad.
  • Ang bourgeoisie ay nakakuha ng yaman at impluwensya sa pamamagitan ng kanilang mga negosyo.
  • Ang mga artisan at mangangalakal na ito ay nagkaroon ng pagkakataong makaipon ng kapital.
  • Sa paglipas ng panahon, nagkaroon sila ng kakayahang humamon sa tradisyunal na sistema ng piyudalismo.

Mga Salik na Nagpabilis sa Pag-usbong

  • Pag-unlad ng kalakalan at komersiyo: Lumikha ng mga bagong oportunidad para sa akumulasyon ng yaman.
  • Paglaki ng mga bayan at lungsod: Naging sentro ng ekonomikong aktibidad at nagbigay proteksyon mula sa piyudal na kontrol.
  • Pagbabago sa teknolohiya: Nagpataas ng produksyon at nagpababa ng gastos.
  • Paglawak ng edukasyon: Nagbigay ng mga kasanayan at kaalaman na kailangan para sa tagumpay sa negosyo.
  • Paghina ng piyudalismo: Nagbigay daan sa paglitaw ng mga bagong panlipunang uri.

Katangian ng Bourgeoisie

  • Yaman: Nagmula sa kalakalan, industriya, at pagbabangko.
  • Edukasyon: Marami sa kanila ay nakapag-aral.
  • Ambisyon: Paghahangad na umasenso sa buhay.
  • Pagiging indibidwalistiko: Pagpapahalaga sa sariling kakayahan at pagsisikap.
  • Pagiging rasyonal: Paggamit ng lohika at katwiran sa pagdedesisyon.

Epekto ng Pag-usbong ng Bourgeoisie

  • Pagbabago sa ekonomiya: Pag-unlad ng kapitalismo at paglawak ng pamilihan.
  • Pagbabago sa politika: Paghina ng monarkiya at paglakas ng mga parlamento.
  • Pagbabago sa lipunan: Paglitaw ng mga bagong ideya tulad ng liberalism at nasyonalismo.
  • Pagbabago sa kultura: Pagsuporta sa sining, panitikan, at agham.

Bourgeoisie sa Iba't ibang Panahon

  • Sa panahon ng Rebolusyong Pranses, ang bourgeoisie ay naging pangunahing pwersa sa pagbagsak ng monarkiya.
  • Sa ika-19 na siglo, sila ang naging dominanteng uri sa Europa at Hilagang Amerika.
  • Sa ika-20 siglo, ang papel ng bourgeoisie ay nagbago dahil sa pag-usbong ng mga bagong panlipunang uri at ideolohiya.

Kritisismo sa Bourgeoisie

  • Ayon kay Karl Marx, ang bourgeoisie ay isang mapagsamantalang uri na umaasa sa paggawa ng mga proletaryado (manggagawa).
  • Sila ay inakusahan ng pagiging makasarili, materyalistiko, at walang pakialam sa kapakanan ng iba.
  • Ang kanilang impluwensya sa politika at ekonomiya ay itinuturing na sanhi ng hindi pagkakapantay-pantay at kawalan ng katarungan sa lipunan.

Bourgeoisie sa Kasalukuyan

  • Sa kasalukuyang panahon, ang konsepto ng bourgeoisie ay patuloy na pinagtatalunan at binabago.
  • Sa ilang mga konteksto, ito ay tumutukoy sa mga mayayamang negosyante at propesyonal.
  • Sa iba naman, ito ay tumutukoy sa mga taong may mataas na edukasyon at komportableng pamumuhay.
  • Ang kanilang papel sa lipunan ay patuloy na nagbabago dahil sa globalisasyon at mga bagong teknolohiya.

Kumplikadong Kahulugan

  • Mahalagang tandaan na ang kahulugan ng "bourgeoisie" ay hindi simple at maaaring mag-iba depende sa konteksto.
  • Ito ay isang terminong may malalim na kasaysayan at patuloy na pinag-aaralan at pinagtatalunan ng mga iskolar.
  • Sa pangkalahatan, ito ay tumutukoy sa isang panlipunang uri na may malaking papel sa pag-unlad ng ekonomiya, politika, at lipunan.
  • Ang kanilang pag-usbong ay nagdulot ng malaking pagbabago sa mundo at patuloy na humuhubog sa ating kasalukuyang panahon.

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The bourgeoisie, a social class rooted in medieval France, consisted of free town dwellers like artisans and merchants, distinct from peasants and aristocracy. Their rise began in the late Middle Ages, linked to the growth of towns as commercial centers. Trade and industry fueled their progress, challenging feudalism.

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