Marxist Criticism in Literature

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What is the main focus of Marxist Criticism?

The role of the author in society
The impact of technology on literature
The struggle between the haves and have-nots (correct)
The history of literature

What is the goal of Marxist Criticism in literature?

To give a voice to the poor and oppressed (correct)
To showcase the power of the ruling class
To explore the impact of religion on society
To highlight the impact of climate change

According to Marxist Criticism, who are the oppressors in society?

The proletariat
The bourgeoisie (correct)
The working class
The intellectuals

What does Marxist Criticism seek to evaluate in society?

The driving force of class and inequality (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does Marxist Criticism view the role of money in literature?

As a central factor affecting the story (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Marxist Criticism in literature?

The representation of different social classes in the story (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to Marxist Criticism, who are the oppressed in society?

Those who lack authority and power (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the goal of the idea of Marxism created by Marx and Engels?

To create a society without social classes (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does Marxism differ from communism in its approach?

Marxism aims for a society without classes, while communism maintains class divisions (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the fundamental difference between capitalist and communist governments according to the text?

Communist governments pay workers based on their skills and needs, while capitalist governments do not consider workers' needs (D) Signup and view all the answers

In socialism, who owns big things like factories?

The government (C) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes socialism from communism in terms of ownership?

In socialism, people can own things, but big stuff like factories are owned by everyone, while in communism, everything belongs to everyone. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does socialism usually come about?

Through gradual changes made by the government and people's votes (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between communism and socialism in terms of money distribution?

In communism, everyone gets paid based on their work, while in socialism, everyone gets what they need for free. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes communism from socialism in terms of change happening?

Communism often happens through big, fast changes, while socialism happens more slowly and gradually. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Marxist Criticism

Focuses on the power struggles between different social classes.

Goal: Marxist Criticism

To amplify the voices of the impoverished and marginalized.