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According to Marxism, what influences all other social phenomena within a society?

  • Political institutions
  • Legal systems
  • Mode of production (correct)
  • Cultural systems

What does Marxism argue will inevitably lead to a proletarian revolution?

  • Class struggle
  • Capitalism (correct)
  • Marxist economics
  • Social contradictions

In a socialist society, what would replace private property as the means of production?

  • Individual ownership
  • Foreign ownership
  • State ownership
  • Collective ownership (correct)

According to Marxian crisis theory, what is socialism?

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Who popularized the term 'Marxism'?

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What does historical materialism analyze?

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What does Marxism argue is the struggle that occurs within society?

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What does Marxian economics view capitalism as?

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What did Friedrich Engels claim about the term 'Marxism'?

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What does Marxism argue will replace capitalism as humanity's mode of production?

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Which two German philosophers are credited with originating Marxism?

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What is the method of socioeconomic analysis used in Marxism?

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Which term describes the perspective used in Marxism to view social transformation?

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What is the defining characteristic of Marxism often described using the term coined after Marx's death?

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Which field has not been influenced by Marxism as a school of thought?

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What is the term used to describe the various branches and schools of thought that Marxism has developed into?

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Which term describes the interpretation of historical development used in Marxism?

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What is the term used to describe the social theories that incorporate and adapt Marxian concepts?

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Which term is often used to describe the characteristics of Marxism alongside Marx's critique of political economy?

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What is the term used to describe the left-wing and far-left political movements that take inspiration from Marxism?

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According to Marx, what determines the condition of society?

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What is the base of a society according to Marx?

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What is the superstructure of a society according to Marx?

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What is the relationship between the base and superstructure?

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What does Marx consider as the driving force of human history?

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According to Marx, what are the four stages of development in relations of production?

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What did Marx believe was the principal content of Marxism?

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What is exploitation according to Marx?

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What enables one social class to exploit other classes?

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According to Marx, what is not an historico-philosophic theory imposed by fate upon every people?

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Flashcards

Marxist Economic Structure

The economic system of a society shapes its social aspects, including politics and culture.

Mode of Production

The way a society produces goods/services, which determines its social conditions, according to Marx.

Proletarian Revolution

The workers uprising against the wealthy class, foreseen by Marx.

Bourgeoisie

The wealthy class that owns the means of production in capitalism.

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Proletariat

The working class in a capitalist society, who do not own the means of production.

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Socialist Society

A society where the means of production are owned collectively.

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Means of Production

The tools, factories, and resources used to create goods/services.

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Historical Materialism

A method of understanding history through class struggle and economic changes.

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Marxian Crisis Theory

Marx's idea that socialism is a bridge between capitalism and communism.

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Class Struggle

The conflict between different social classes over resources and power.

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Marxian Economics

Marx's analysis of capitalism's inequalities and exploitation.

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Dialectical Materialism

Marx's view that change in history happens through conflict and progress.

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Marxism-Leninism

A form of Marxism adapted by Lenin for the Russian revolution.

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Neo-Marxism

Modern interpretations of Marxism integrating new ideas.

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Critique of Political Economy

Marx's analysis of how the economic system creates inequalities.

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Exploitation (Marxist)

One social class using the labor of others without fair pay.

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State and Ideology

The systems and ideas that allow one class to control others.

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Class Struggle (Driving Force)

The constant conflict between classes that drives historical change, according to Marx.

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Primitive Communism

Early, simple communal societies with shared resources.

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Slavery

A historical economic system where some people own others.

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Feudalism

A historical social system where land ownership determines social roles.

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Capitalism

An economic system with private ownership of resources and trade.

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Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels

The originators of Marxist theory.

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Historical Materialism (Method)

The method of socioeconomic analysis based on class struggle and economic factors.

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Dialectical Materialism (Perspective)

The perspective that sees social change through conflict and progress of economic systems.

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Study Notes

Influences and Foundations of Marxism

  • The economic structure of a society influences all other social phenomena.
  • According to Marx, the condition of society is determined by the mode of production.

Marxist Theory and Revolution

  • The exploitation of the proletariat by the bourgeoisie will inevitably lead to a proletarian revolution.
  • The proletariat will replace the bourgeoisie as the ruling class, leading to a socialist society.

Means of Production and Social Structure

  • In a socialist society, the means of production would be owned collectively, replacing private property.
  • The base of a society is the economic structure, while the superstructure is the political and cultural institutions.
  • The base determines the superstructure, and the relationship between the two is dialectical.

Key Concepts and Theories

  • Historical materialism analyzes the development of society through the lens of class struggle and economic relationships.
  • Marxian crisis theory views socialism as a transitional phase between capitalism and communism.
  • Marxism argues that the struggle that occurs within society is between the bourgeoisie and the proletariat.
  • Marxian economics views capitalism as a system of exploitation and alienation.

Origins and Development of Marxism

  • The term 'Marxism' was popularized by Friedrich Engels, who claimed that it was not a term Marx would have used.
  • Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels are credited with originating Marxism.
  • Historical materialism is the method of socioeconomic analysis used in Marxism.
  • The perspective used in Marxism to view social transformation is dialectical materialism.

Characteristics and Influence of Marxism

  • The defining characteristic of Marxism is often described using the term "dialectical materialism".
  • Marxism has developed into various branches and schools of thought, described as "Marxism-Leninism", "Marxism-Trotskyism", etc.
  • The field of mathematics has not been influenced by Marxism as a school of thought.
  • Neo-Marxism is a term used to describe social theories that incorporate and adapt Marxian concepts.

Marxist Critique and Human History

  • Marx considered the principal content of Marxism to be the critique of political economy.
  • Exploitation, according to Marx, occurs when one social class exploits the labor of other classes.
  • The state and ideology enable one social class to exploit other classes.
  • Marx believed that the driving force of human history is class struggle.
  • According to Marx, the four stages of development in relations of production are primitive communism, slavery, feudalism, and capitalism.

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Test your knowledge of Marxism and its key concepts with this quiz! Explore the origins of Marxism, historical materialism, class relations, and social conflict. Challenge yourself with questions inspired by the works of Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels.

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